WW2 Canadian RCAF Memorial Cross Flight Sergeant Canty REPLACEMENT

The WW2 Canadian RCAF Memorial Cross Flight Sergeant Canty Replacement is a commemorative medal intended to honor members of the Royal Canadian Air Force who lost their lives during service in the Second World War. Known officially as the Memorial Cross, this decoration was presented to the next of kin of Canadian military personnel who died in active duty or from related causes. This particular example is a replacement issue, typically awarded when the original was lost or for additional family recipients. The medal is crafted in a cross form and features the Royal Cypher of King George VI at the center, flanked by maple leaf motifs. The reverse is customarily engraved with the recipient’s details, in this instance pertaining to Flight Sergeant Canty. The Memorial Cross serves as a symbol of sacrifice and remembrance, reflecting the contributions of Canadian airmen and the impact of wartime losses on families and communities.