Africa Star : Flight Sergeant A Jowers, RAAF, 142 Squadron, RAF

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Accession Number REL33269.003
Collection type Heraldry
Object type Medal
Physical description Bronze
Maker Unknown
Place made United Kingdom
Date made c 1946
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Description

Africa Star with clasp 'NORTH AFRICA 1942-43'. Star engraved on reverse with recipient's details.

History / Summary

This medal was issued to Flight Sergeant (Flt Sgt) 411788 Albert Jowers. Jowers was born in Parramatta, NSW in July 1922. He enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force in May 1941, aged 19. He served with 142 Squadron, RAF, and was killed in a flying battle over the Mediterranean on 23 February 1943.