Civilian Service Medal 1939-1945 case This total does not include

This total does not include substitutions of the George Cross for the Albert Medal and the Edward Medal carried out in 1971

where it contained unique elements

CHRISTCHURCH

The plaques (more strictly described as plaquettes) were made of bronze

Civilian Service Medal 1939-1945 case This total does not includeThe Civilian Service Medal 1939 1945 recognises the service of Australian civilians who worked in organisations such as the Australian Women's Land Army (AWLA), the Civil Constructional Corps (CCC) and the Red Cross Emergency Service Companies during World War II. The medal is for civilians who served in arduous circumstances in support of the war effort as part of organisations with military like arrangements and conditions of service.