On 19th October 1919 the King announced the award of a clasp with the dates 5th Aug-22nd Nov 1914 to those that had actually served under fire between those dates

The Defence Medal was awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth Armed Forces and civilians who served in non-operational areas subjected to air attack or under threat during the Second World War

Overseas non-operational - 360 days

Authentic ribbon colours representing the Royal and Merchant Navies

Miniature 2nd Award Bar for Military Cross Category_ Miniature World War II On 19th October 1919 theA second award bar ornamented by an eagle may be issued to DFC, AFC, DFM & AFM holders performing a further act of such valour which would have merited an award.