National Service British Forces Defence Medal Campaign_GSM 2008 A later die was then

A later die was then made with the dates removed completely but Britannia's hand on the reverse was pointed to the F in Africa rather than the R on earlier versions

3 stars were dated 1882

The medal cut out section of the frame will then be felt lined to match the mount board colour and we will supply fitting to hang the medals

Service prior to 1974 counts towards qualification

National Service British Forces Defence Medal Campaign_GSM 2008 A later die was thenThe Commemorative National Service British Forces Defence Medal struck to honour all who have served or are currently serving in any British military or civilian services at home or abroad for a minimum period of 30 consecutive days. This Commemorative issue allows those who have served or are currently serving in any British or Commonwealth military or civilian public service to proudly display their allegiance to Crown & Country with this die cast