WW2 Canadian The Defence Medal 1939-1945 Full Size In Box

The WW2 Canadian The Defence Medal 1939–1945 Full Size in Box is an official campaign medal issued to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces and eligible civilians for non-operational service during the Second World War. The medal was awarded for service in the United Kingdom or in territories vulnerable to enemy air attacks between 3 September 1939 and 8 May 1945. This full-size example consists of a cupro-nickel circular medal bearing the effigy of King George VI on the obverse and the words “THE DEFENCE MEDAL 1939-1945” with a laurel wreath on the reverse. The medal is suspended from a distinct green ribbon, featuring an orange center stripe and narrow black stripes at each edge, symbolizing enemy attacks, fire, and the black-out. Presented in its original box, this item reflects standard Canadian issue and conforms to the official specifications set during the period.