In the Merchant Navy the requirement was that the 28 days should have been served at sea

It recognises operational service between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945

It recognises the collective contribution and sacrifice of those who took part in the global conflict between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945

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and surrounding areas between 11 June 1943 and 8 May 1945

Pacific Star gsm 1962 ni In the Merchant Navy thePacific Star Medal (Replica) The Pacific Star was awarded to British and Commonwealth service personnel who took part in operations across the vast Pacific theatre during the Second World War. It recognises the bravery and endurance of those who served on land, sea, and in the air against Japanese forces between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945. This is an officially licensed replica medal, produced in the United Kingdom under approval from the