The Italy Star

Description

The Italy Star is awarded for operational service in Sicily or Italy between 11 July 1943 and 8 May 1945. Those who served in Yugoslavia, Greece, Corsica or Sardinia between specified dates will also qualify. The colours of the ribbon represent the national colours of Italy.

Requirements

To apply for the Italy Star, the person must have:

• one day of operational service in the army in the above qualifying areas
• one day of operational service as ground crew in the RAF in the above qualifying areas
• one operational sortie as aircrew in the RAF in the above qualifying areas
• one day afloat on operational service in the above qualifying areas in the Royal Navy and already qualified for the 1939 to 1945 Star