Philippine Congressional Medal

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SKU: 02.USA.0162.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$120 USD

  • Bronze Medal Obverse
  • Bronze Medal Reverse

Estimated market value:

$120 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    United States
  • Makers
    Philadelphia Mint, Philadelphia
  • Composition
    Bronze
  • Inscription
    Obv: PHILIPPINE INSURRECTION 1899 Rev: FOR PATRIOTISY FORTITUDE AND LOYALTY
  • Size
    32-33mm
  • Version Remarks
    The Bronze Medal is stamped on the rim with the serial number.

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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