Philippine Congressional Medal

SKU: 02.USA.0162.101.01

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  • Bronze Medal Obverse
  • Bronze Medal Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    United States
  • date of institution
    June 29, 1906
  • remarks
    The Bronze Medal was designed by Francis D. Millet.

History


The Philippine Congressional Medal was established by Act of Congress on June 29, 1906, and implemented by War Department Order on July 9, 1906. The Bronze Medal was awarded to United States Army personnel in recognition of service in the Philippine-American War. To be eligible for the award, service personnel must have enlisted in the Army between April 21 and October 26, 1898, served beyond the date they were eligible for discharge and were ashore the Philippine Islands between February 4, 1899, and July 4, 1902, and received an honourable discharge. Approximately 6,500 Medals were issued.

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Versions

  • Price

    $120 USD

  • Composition

    Bronze

  • Inscription

    Obv: PHILIPPINE INSURRECTION 1899 Rev: FOR PATRIOTISY FORTITUDE AND LOYALTY

  • Size

    32-33mm

  • Maker

    Philadelphia Mint, Philadelphia

  • Version Remarks

    The Bronze Medal is stamped on the rim with the serial number.

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