The Arctic Emblem



The Arctic Emblem (shown above) has been specially commissioned to commemorate the service of Merchant Seamen and members of the Armed Forces in the icy waters of the Arctic Region between 3rd September 1939 and 8th May 1945.  It is a unique symbol to be worn on the lapel


Service in the Arctic during the WWII was recognised by the award of campaign stars at the end of the war.  Those who served in the campaign in Norway in 1940 qualified for the 1939-45 Star on entry into that theatre, instead of the six months’ operational service required as was usual for that Star. In addition, the criteria for the Atlantic Star specifically included service on the convoys to North Russia.


Those who are eligible for the Arctic Emblem must have served for at least one day north of the Arctic Circle and west of the Urals between 3rd September 1939 and 8th May 1945, in the Armed Forces or the Merchant Navy. There is no charge for the Emblem.  In common with the issue of campaign medals, the surviving next of kin may claim the Emblem on behalf of Arctic veterans who have died, but they will not be entitled to wear it.

If you think you are entitled to The Arctic Emblem  you can apply by the following methods:

Write to:

Defence Services Secretary Honours 1
Ministry of Defence
Level 8 Zone J
Main Building
Whitehall
London
SW1A 2HB

Follow Link:

The Veterans Agency:
http://www.veterans-uk.info/press/arctic.html

By Application
Form

Click on the link to access the application form Arctic Emblem Application Form.
Sign and date it then return it to the above address.


Get Acrobat Reader In order to view the Arctic Emblem Application Form pdf file you will need an Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, if not already installed follow this link to download Adobe Acrobat.



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