Each medal is British made in the same factories that manufactured the original wartime medals

One side is iron on so that you can easily position ribbon before sewing

Nurses were awarded the medal without clasp regardless of whether their service would have qualified them for any

Royal Navy

Royal Navy British Forces Defence Medal Collection_Glassware Each medal is British madeThe Commemorative Royal Navy 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 medal.