Thank you from a grateful nation

Every living veteran of the Second World War is eligible for the medallion and certificate, by application. While Australia can never repay the debt we owe the almost one million Australians who served, this medallion and certificate are a small but meaningful way we can thank living veterans of the largest global conflict of the 20th century. The medallion reverse design utilises the poppy as the central symbol surrounded by the wording of ‘Australia Remembers’ and the beginning and end years of the Second World War.

The medallion will be presented in a display case and will include a card that explains the design and contains a brief expression of thanks. The theatres of war detailed on the medallion are based on locations identified within the Commemorative Courtyard of the Australian War Memorial. The design of the commemorative certificate will complement the medallion. The design includes the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, ‘Australia Remembers’ wording and the beginning and end year of 75 years of the anniversary, that is, 1945 –2020.

The certificate will be contained within its own folder that will allow for independent display, framing and mounting, or as a memento for other family members of the veteran. Eligible veterans can register for the medallion and certificate via the DVA website or, for those without internet access, via phone on 02 6191 8217. Medallions will be distributed during August 2020.