The Story
Recognising the courage of Australian servicemen during ‘the war to end all wars’, this replica medal pays homage to the WWI Military Medal. Instituted in March 1916, the WWI Military Medal was awarded to any member of British Empire forces for gallant conduct and devotion to duty whilst under enemy fire on land during the First World War.
Obverse: The crowned portrait of wartime leader, King George V
Reverse: Inscription ‘FOR BRAVERY IN THE FIELD’, circled by a laurel wreath, surmounted by the Royal Cypher of George V, and the Imperial Crown
Designer: Unknown
Dimensions: 36mm in diameter
Ribbon:Â Five equal centre stripes of white and red, flanked by two thicker stripes of dark blue
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Recognising the courage of Australian servicemen during ‘the war to end all wars’, this replica medal pays homage to the WWI Military Medal. Instituted in March 1916, the WWI Military Medal was awarded to any member of British Empire forces for gallant conduct and devotion to duty whilst under enemy fire on land during the First World War.
Obverse: The crowned portrait of wartime leader, King George V
Reverse: Inscription ‘FOR BRAVERY IN THE FIELD’, circled by a laurel wreath, surmounted by the Royal Cypher of George V, and the Imperial Crown
Designer: Unknown
Dimensions: 36mm in diameter
Ribbon:Â Five equal centre stripes of white and red, flanked by two thicker stripes of dark blue
