Medals for World War II veterans
Date published: 29 April 2013
Veterans who served on Arctic convoys and in Bomber Command during World War II are to be recognised for their bravery and service with a new medal and award.
Rochdale Council is encouraging veterans and their families to apply following an announcement by the Ministry of Defence earlier this year.
Surviving veterans and widows will be the first to receive the awards, but families of those who served can also apply.
More than 3,000 men died in the freezing waters of the Arctic as they worked to keep supplies flowing through German blockades to Britain's ally, the Soviet Union, in Operation Dervish.
The death toll of those serving in Bomber Command was even greater with 55,000 airmen losing their lives.
Eligible veterans and next of kin can request an application form by contacting the Council.
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