'Siege of Tobruk 50th Anniversary 1941-1991' medallion : R Nation, RAN

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Accession Number REL29847
Collection type Heraldry
Object type Medallion
Physical description Gilded metal
Maker Unknown
Date made c 1991
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Period 1990-1999
Description

Gilded 'Siege of Tobruk 50th Anniversary 1941-1991' medallion in clear plastic protective case. The obverse of the medallion shows the badge of the Rats of Tobruk Association in relief, while the reverse has a raised palm frond around the words 'TO COMMEMORATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SIEGE OF TOBRUK 10-4-41 - 7-12-41'.

History / Summary

Rex Nation is believed to have served in the Royal Australian Navy during the Second World War. His service number H1397 would indicate that he enlisted in Hobart, Tasmania.