1914 Star (Full Size Replica)

1914 Star (Full Size)  

A full-size 1914 Star medal supplied with ribbon in a clear medal wallet with colour header card. The information on the card describes how and when the medal was awarded. An interesting World War One educational resource for students. Likewise, a nostalgic gift for military history enthusiasts.

The 1914 Star was approved in 1917 for issue to officers and men of the British forces who served in France or Belgium between 5th August and midnight 22/23 November 1914. The former date is the day after Britain's declaration of war against Central Powers and the closing date marks the end of the First Battle of Ypres. A Majority of the 400,000 recipients were officers and men of the British Army called th 'Old Comtempibles' who landed in France soon after the outbreak of the First World War and who took part in the retreat from Mons, hence the nickname 'Mons Star'
 

Weight : 25 grams