United Kingdom. An East and West Africa Medal, to S. Dyer, HMS Philomel Buy Now In cobalt blue cotton

In cobalt blue cotton

his conduct noted as "very good during his 264 days service"

measure 27

measuring 30 mm (w) x 370 mm (l)

(Médaille des Déportés et Internés Résistants)

United Kingdom. An East and West Africa Medal, to S. Dyer, HMS Philomel Buy Now In cobalt blue cottonInstituted November 1, 1892. In silver, rim officially impressed S. DYER, A. B., H. M. S. PHILOMEL. with BENIN RIVER 1894 clasp, dark patina, minor wear, extremely fine. Footnote: HMS Philomel played a supporting role during the British punitive expedition to the Benin River in 1894, part of broader military operations in the East and West Africa campaign. As a Royal Navy cruiser, Philomel assisted in enforcing British control over the region by