WW2 Canadian The Burma Star Medal Full Size

The WW2 Canadian The Burma Star Medal Full Size is a military campaign medal awarded to Canadian and Commonwealth forces who served in the Burma Campaign during the Second World War, from 1941 to 1945. The medal is a six-pointed star made of brass and bears the Royal Cypher “GRI VI” (for King George VI) in the center, surmounted by a crown and encircled by the words “The Burma Star.” The ribbon consists of three colors: dark blue representing British forces, orange signifying the sun, and dark green for the jungle. Eligibility for this medal required operational service in the Burma theater, including land, naval, and air operations. The Burma Star recognizes the significant contributions and hardships endured by those who participated in the campaign against Japanese forces in Southeast Asia. This full-size version reflects the original specifications authorized during and after the conflict.