The Australian POW Medal is an unofficial award honoring the service and sacrifice of Australian Defence Force members captured as prisoners of war from the Boer War to modern operations. [1]
Overview and Eligibility
Eligibility: Awarded to surviving Australian prisoners of war or posthumously to their next of kin. [1]
Design: A cross-shaped nickel-silver medal featuring the silhouette of Australia surrounded by the emblems of the Navy, Army, Air Force, and Merchant Navy. [1]
Ribbon: Features vertical stripes of blue, white, red, light blue, black, and yellow. [1]
