What was the Palestine medal awarded for?
This new transcribed collection records the award of the ‘Palestine 1945-48’ clasp (under Army Order 146 of 1947) to those who served in Palestine during the Jewish insurrection against British rule in the mandate between 1945 and 1948.
What order should WW2 medals be worn?
The medal at the left of the bar should be placed first and the remainder of the ribbons placed so that they overlap equally the medal on the right, or senior medal, being in full view. When mounting medals in this manner, it is not possible to bring the ribbon back through the slot in the bar.
What is the Palestine medal?
The Medal of Appreciation is composed of three ranks (Gold- Silver- Bronze) and can be awarded by the order of the President to military personnel and civilians of the staffs and troops of the Palestinian security services in appreciation of their acts of outstanding courage and heroic service to the nation.
What do military ribbons mean?
The United States Armed Forces awards and decorations are primarily the medals, service ribbons, and specific badges which recognize military service and personal accomplishments while a member of the U.S. Armed Forces. Such awards are a means to outwardly display the highlights of a service member’s career.
When was the General Service Medal Palestine 1945-48 awarded?
Maximum quantity available reached. GSM Palestine 1945-48 – Awarded for 1 days service between 27th September 1945 and 30th June 1948. Stock items not requiring any customisation are normally shipped from stock within 48 hours. If an item is out of stock you will be notified by email shortly after placing your order.
How are World War 1 and World War 2 medals mounted?
Swing Mounting – medals are sewn onto a brooch bar and swing freely from the bar ready to wear. This method of mounting is typically used for mounting World War 1 & World War 2 medals. Please not that mounting charges are PER MEDAL.
How is the name engraved on a medal?
Medal engraving (often referred to as ‘Medal Naming’) is the process of engraving personal details on the edge, back or bar of a medal. For military medals details are typically formatted as follows: For civilian medals, typically the first name and surname would be engraved in full.
What do you put on the reverse of a medal?
For civilian medals, typically the first name and surname would be engraved in full. It is important to note the some medals engraved on the reverse – this applied mainly to commemorative medals.