African War Medal (1940-1945)

SKU: 02.BEL.0131.101.01

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  • Bronze Medal Obverse
  • Bronze Medal Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Belgium
  • date of institution
    January 30, 1947
  • remarks
    The medal was engraved by Dupargne. It is uncertain how clasps will affect its medal.

History


The African War Medal (1940-1945) was awarded to Officers and soldiers of the Force Publique in recognition of a minimum of one year of service in the Second World War between May 10, 1940 and May 7, 1945. It could also be awarded posthumously.

The following clasps were issued to denote at least 6 months of service in a specific campaign:
- "NIGERIE" (Nigeria)
- "MOYEN-ORIENT" (Middle East)
- "MADAGASCAR"
- "BIRMANIE" (Burma)

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African War Medal (1940-1945)

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  • Composition

    Bronze

  • Inscription

    Obv: 1940-1945

  • Size

    31x45mm

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