China War Medal (1900)

The China War Medal 1900 was a British campaign medal approved on 1 January 1902 for issue to British and Indian land and sea troops who served during the Boxer Rebellion, between 10 June and 31 December 1900. The medal was issued in silver to combatants and in bronze to native, namely Indian, bearers drivers and servants.

China War Medal 1900
Obverse and reverse of the medal.
TypeCampaign medal
Awarded forCampaign service.
DescriptionSilver disk, 36mm diameter.
Presented byUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
EligibilityBritish and Imperial forces.
Campaign(s)Boxer Rebellion 1900.
Clasps
  • Taku Forts
  • Defence of Legations
  • Relief of Pekin
Established1 January 1902
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