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British & Commonwealth WW2 The Africa Star 1st Army Bar
British & Commonwealth WW2 The Africa Star 1st Army Bar
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The Africa Star is a notable British and Commonwealth campaign medal awarded to those who served in North Africa during World War II, from 1940 to 1943. One of the most distinguished variants of this medal is the 1st Army Bar, which was awarded to members of the British 8th Army, the First Army, and other Commonwealth forces that participated in significant campaigns, such as the Second Battle of El Alamein and the broader North African Campaign.
The Africa Star itself features a design with a central sunburst and a ribbon with a striking blue and orange pattern symbolizing the African desert. The 1st Army Bar is a small, silver bar that is attached to the ribbon, signifying specific service with the British First Army. This bar is particularly significant as it recognizes those who were part of the major Allied operations against Axis forces in Tunisia and Algeria in 1943, contributing to the eventual defeat of the Axis in North Africa.
The Africa Star with 1st Army Bar holds great historical value, representing a critical turning point in the war, as the success in North Africa paved the way for the Allied invasion of Italy. Collectors prize this combination for its historical significance and the recognition it provides to those who served in one of the war's most challenging and strategic theaters.