Lieutenant Barry Murdoch
The Royal Australian Navy
Our WWII Zone CGI uniform model, Barry, is wearing the traditional service uniform of both the British Royal Navy and those of Commonwealth nations. A blue-black double-breasted wool tunic with matching visor cap.
Only his distinctive brass buttons with the legend "Australia" identify this officer as serving with the Royal Australian Navy.
The gold braid on his cuffs shows the rank of Lieutenant (equivalent to Army Captain). His decorations include not only the (Imperial) Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) but also the Conspicuous Gallantry Medal (CGM), which was awarded to Petty Officers and Seamen.
In addition to these honours, he wears the Africa Star with a silver rosette signifying non Army-related service. He also displays the Pacific Star, the British Defence Medal, the British War Medal, the Australia Service Medal, and finally, the U.S. Legion of Merit. It is correctly worn last even though ranking higher than other decorations.