Philippine Congressional Medal
SKU: 02.USA.0162.101.01
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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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$120 USD
Bronze
Obv: PHILIPPINE INSURRECTION 1899 Rev: FOR PATRIOTISY FORTITUDE AND LOYALTY
32-33mm
Philadelphia Mint, Philadelphia
The Bronze Medal is stamped on the rim with the serial number.
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