Home Home


BRITISH AND COMMONWEALTH MILITARY MEDALS




The British nation has played a key role in the history of warfare for many years. The military has designed and given a large number of medals to soldiers who participated in various conflicts. The British and associated colonies are covered on this section of the website.

Designs pleasing to the eye, colorful ribbons and simply the historical relevance of the British empire have helped propel many of its military medals into highly desirable collectibles. the increase in interest has also created a demand for figuring out what each item is and what it is worth. The proliferation of the internet and publication of various books on the subject have helped promote the hobby and educate the enthusiast.

This page provides a comprehensive look at the medals and awards from various periods. It helps the visitor identify the medals and determine their value via the use of our military antiques price guide.

This information is brought to you courtesy of MilitaryItems.com the source for military antiques and collectibles.


WWII BRITISH 1939 - 1945 STAR MEDAL - This medal was issued to individuals who completed six months service in an operational command.

WWII BRITISH ITALY CAMAPAIGN STAR MEDAL - This was issued for operational service in Italy, Greece, Yugoslavia,etc, A total of 91,000 medals were given to Canadians.

BRITISH WWII THE AIR CREW EUROPE STAR MEDAL This medal was issued to soldiers who participated in the air campaign for the liberation of Europe during WWII.

BRITISH COMMONWEALTH 1947 PAKISTAN MEDAL - Instituted in 1948 to mark the emergance of the state of Pakistan on 14th August 1947.



WWII BRITISH THE AFRICA STAR MEDAL - Awarded for operational service (1 day minimum) in North Africa between 10 June 1940 and 12 May 1943.

WWII BRITISH THE BURMA STAR MEDAL - This medal was awarded for service in the Burma campaign between December 1941 to September 1945.

WWII BRITISH AUSTRALIA SERVICE MEDAL - This medal was awarded to troops who served in Australia during WWII.

FRENCH WWI VICTORY MEDAL - Issued to French troops for participation in WWI. Complete with the ribbon.




WWI ITALIAN VICTORY MEDAL - This medal was issued to Italian soldiers who participated in WWI.


WWI UNITED STATES VICTORY MEDAL - This medal was issued to American soldiers for participating in WWI. Multi-color ribbon.


BRITISH COMMONWEALTH NEW ZEALAND MEDAL - This medal was awarded to soldiers who participated in the New Zealand campaign during WWII.




ALCONQUIN REGIMENT BERET BADGE -This is a Canadian army beret badge. Metal construction. No markings on back.


CANADIAN ARMY GUARDS BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Gold, White and Red colors. Crown on top of badge.


CANADIAN ARMY ARTILLERY BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Gold color. Hexagonal shape with crossed cannons in center.


BRITISH COLUMBIA DRAGGONS BERET BADGE -This is a Canadian reserve forces badge. Of metal construction.




ONTARIO REGIMENT BERET BADGE -This is an armored division insignia. Of metal construction. Wide-pin design.


THE BROCKVILLE RIFLES BERET BADGE -This is a Canadian reserve regiment.


CANADIAN AVIATION BERET BADGE -This is a beret badge used by Canadian military aviation personnel.


GOVERNOR GENERAL'S FOOT GUARDS BERET BADGE -This is one of three Royal household reserve regiments of the Canadian army.




ROYAL ARTILLERY BERET BADGE -This is a beret badge for the British Royal artillery.


THE ELGIN REGIMENT BERET BADGE -This is a Canadian 31 Combat Engineer Regiment badge. Of metal construction.


ROYAL ARTILLERY BERET BADGE -This is the Silver version of the artillery beret badge. Of metal construction.


ROYAL OBSERVER CORPS BERET BADGE -This is a British Civil Defense organization beret badge. Of metal construction.




LES FUSILIERS DE SHERBROOKE BERET BADGE -Canadian badge. Of metal construction. Wide pin-back design.


20TH INFANTRY ITALIAN BADGE -This is a metal badge. Rectangular shape.


FOREIGN BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Greek soldier armor with lightning bolts on the side.


NAVY AVIATION BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Oval shape with crown on upper section.




FRENCH MARINE ARTILLERY BADGE -This is a marine artillery badge. Of metal construction. Manuafctured by Draco.


KOREAN RANK INSIGNIA - Of metal construction. In the shape of a shield. Green background with golden bars.


CORPS OF ROYAL CANADIAN ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERS BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Wide pin back. Horse standing over the world.


ROTYAL ARTILLERY BERET BADGE - Silver type. Of metal construction. Wide pin-back style. British armed forces.




CANADIAN ARMY VOLTIGEURS DE QUEBEC BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. No markings on back. Canadian army


ROYAL WESTMINSTER BERET BADGE - This is a Canadian beret badge. Of metal construction. No markings.







The items illustrated here are not for sale. However, you may visit our store where similar items are available for purchase.




 
© 1997 - 2017 MilitaryItems.com - All rights reserved.