1914–1918 Campaign Medal – Royal Artillery
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Medal: British War Medal 1914–1918
• Naming: 214604 GNR. W. T. WILLIAMSON. R. A.
• Unit: Royal Artillery
• Diameter: approx. 36.22 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse inscription: GEORGIVS V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP:
Reverse: St. George on horseback trampling shield and skull (1914–1918)
This medal was awarded for service during World War I, awarded to all personnel who served in a theater of war between 5 August 1914 and 11 November 1918.
Condition:
• Officially impressed naming to 214604 GNR. W. T. WILLIAMSON. R. A.
• Good original detail with natural aged patina
• Straight bar suspension with original ribbon mounted
• Light surface wear consistent with age
• Ribbon shows moderate age-related wear
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approximate.
Service and Collectible Significance:
The British War Medal was instituted in 1919 and awarded to British and Imperial forces for service in World War I. About 6.5 million silver medals were issued to those who saw service in operational theaters.
"Gnr. W. T. Williamson R.A." represents a Gunner in the Royal Artillery, indicating artillery service. While exact battery assignment is not confirmed without further research, the Royal Artillery was a major force on Western Front and other theaters.
Summary:
Original British War Medal named to 214604 Gnr. W. T. Williamson, Royal Artillery, a documented WWI service medal. Attractive example suitable for collectors of First World War British medals.