Accession Number

992.017.025.002

Description

One military medal consisting of a six-point star attached with a round metal ring to a piece of ribbon (14L X 3.2W) with three equally spaced vertical stripes, each 1cm wide. The left side of the ribbon is dark blue, the middle is white, and the right is bright green. On the front in the centre of the star is a cast circle encasing the words "THE ATLANTIC STAR". Inside the circle is a cast Royal Cypher, "GRI, VI". Centred at the top of the circle is a cast crown. The reverse side of the star is plain.

Narrative

This medal is known as The Atlantic Star. It was instituted in recognition of service in the world war of 1939-1945 and awarded for service in Air Crew Europe or France and Germany. The ribbon is worn with the blue edge furthest from the left shoulder.

History of Use

This medal was one of four issued to Robin James Dunsmuir for service in World War W II that are part of this accession. He used them in Victoria until his death in 1990. The medals and accompanying pamphlet were then used by his widow, Kathleen ("Kay") Dunderdale Hall (Mrs. Robin Dunsmuir) until her death in 1992 when her niece gave them to Craigdarroch Castle.

Date

1939 – 1945

Dimensions

0.2 x 3.8 cm

Material

Metal, bronze; Fabric

Technique

Cast; Woven

Country of Origin

United Kingdom