Campaign Medals of the First and Second World War

Rae Jiggins SpeakerNet Sponsor


Regions:
England, Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk
Notice Period:
Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
Type:
Hobby
Fee:
Expensed: 30p per mile contribution is asked for.
Category:
History
Updated:
21st September 2025

If you have ever looked at a veterans chest you may have wondered what those little bits of coloured ribbon mean.

My talk will take you through the Campaign Medals that were awarded for both WW1 & 2. The history behind the medals, how they were conceived, where, when and who were awarded them and some of the fascinating bits of trivia associated with the medals.

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About Rae Jiggins

East of England Short Notice (less than one month would be nice but can possibly do shorter) Keen Amateur

I am a former Royal Marines Commando, Police Officer and Security Professional.

I have a passion for military history which became focused on medals when researching my families history, discovering where and when various family members had served and what campaign medals they were awarded.

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