Norway: Medal for the 70th birthday of King Haakon VII

Konge Haakon VII 70-års-medalje

Ribbon: Red with a double central yellow stripe.

Instituted: 27 October 1942.

Awarded: To members of the military who were serving with the Norwegian armed forces in Britain on King Haakon's 70th birthday, 3 August 1942, as a symbol of Norway's continuing resistance and hopes of eventual liberation.

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