Dewey Medal
The Dewey Medal was a military decoration of the United States Navy which was established by the United States Congress on June 3, 1898. The medal recognizes the leadership of Admiral of the Navy George Dewey, during the Spanish–American War, and the Sailors and Marines under his command.
| Battle of Manila Bay or "Dewey" Medal | |
|---|---|
Obverse | |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Awarded for | Participation in the Battle of Manila Bay on May 1, 1898 |
| Presented by | Department of the Navy |
| Eligibility | Officers and men of the ships of the Asiatic Squadron of the United States under the command of Commodore George Dewey |
| Status | Obsolete |
| Established | June 3, 1898 |
| First awarded | 1898 |
Reverse and ribbon of the medal | |
| Order of Wear (1972) | |
| Next (higher) | Organized Marine Corps Reserve Medal |
| Next (lower) | Sampson Medal |
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