Miniature 1914 StarThe 1914 Star was issued to the British Expeditionary Force and their immediate reinforcements, who crossed into Belgium and France. In 1919, King George V authorised the issue of a clasp 5TH AUG 22ND NOV 1914 for any soldier who came under enemy fire or within range of enemy mobile artillery in France or Belgium between the 5 August and 22 November 1914. This was authorised under Army Order 361. This clasp was to distinguish between front line

A bar is distinguished by a rosette being worn on the ribbon when ribbons alone are worn

Medals that are issued named ('named' being the term used for engraving) have details diamond engraved on the reverse̴ to MoD standard

Instituted in 1901

It was later made available to equivalent ranks in the RN and Army for acts of valour in the air

War Medal 1939–1945 (Replica)

3 million plaques were issued following the First World War

ensuring authentic design

ensuring full authenticity and exceptional quality

The BEM as it is known is awarded for meritorious service by both military and civil personnel

regardless of their theatre of service

Our carefully crafted replica faithfully reproduces the appearance and dimensions of the original Memorial Plaque

service number or unit