Is there an official BAOR medal?
The British Army of the Rhine Medal (BAOR) To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the British Forces in Germany this hallmarked solid silver commemorative medal is available to all military & civilian personnel who served in the BAOR from 1945 to 1995.
How do I find out why someone is mentioned in despatches?
Signs that a soldier had been mentioned Not all “mentions” appear in this way in the medal index cards or rolls. Another way is from medals or photographs of them. If they show a bronze oak leaf affixed to the ribbon of the Victory Medal, then the man had been mentioned in despatches.
Can I buy a BAOR medal?
The BAOR Medal comes under a group of medals classed as “Commemorative Medals” which are not approved by H.M. Government but Veterans can buy! I have seen these worn on the medal bar or below it as a second set!
Is the BAOR medal classed as a second set?
The BAOR Medal comes under a group of medals classed as “Commemorative Medals” which are not approved by H.M. Government but Veterans can buy! I have seen these worn on the medal bar or below it as a second set! Bit Waltish to me! as no check is made as to entitlement…. Done my bit, Now Im having a rest. If you can read this, thank a teacher.
What does BAOR stand for?
The British Army of the Rhine Medal (BAOR) The British Army of the Rhine Medal (BAOR) To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the British Forces in Germany this hallmarked solid silver commemorative medal is available to all military & civilian personnel who served in the BAOR from 1945 to 1995.
What is the British Army of the Rhine medal?
The British Army of the Rhine Medal (BAOR) To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the British Forces in Germany this hallmarked solid silver commemorative medal is available to all military & civilian personnel who served in the BAOR from 1945 to 1995. The obverse of the combined medal depicts a map of Germany being overflown by a Dakota aircraft.