WW2 Canadian British The Pacific Miniature Medal Campaign Star

The WW2 Canadian British The Pacific Miniature Medal Campaign Star is a small-scale variant of the original Pacific Star, instituted by the United Kingdom in 1945. This campaign medal was awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth forces, including Canadian personnel, who served in operational areas within the Pacific Theatre between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945 during the Second World War. The miniature version is typically worn on less formal occasions, mounted on a ribbon bar. The medal is a six-pointed star made from yellow copper zinc alloy, topped with the Royal Cypher “GRI VI” and the legend “THE PACIFIC STAR.” The ribbon features a green, yellow, and dark blue pattern, symbolizing the jungle, the beaches, and the ocean respectively. This medal is significant for its association with military operations against Japanese forces in Southeast Asia and the Pacific region.