Description
This medal is identical to the
Queen's South Africa (QSA) Medal except the inscription 'SOUTH AFRICA' on the
reverse is replaced by the word 'MEDITERRANEAN'. No clasps were authorised
for this medal. The ribbon is the same as for the QSA.
The Mediterranean Medal was authorised by King Edward VII and
awarded to volunteer and militia troops who had replaced the regular troops in
garrisons across the Mediterranean and who guarded Boer prisoners.
Approximately 5000 medals were awarded. The units present
and the approximate number of medals issued are:
Royal Northumberland Fusiliers (574)
Royal Fusiliers
West Yorkshire Regiment
Loyal North Lancashire Regiment (202)
Royal West Kent Regiment
King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry (775)
Seaforth Highlanders (784)
Royal Munster Fusiliers (498)
