Royal Niger Company's Medal
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The Royal Niger Company’s Medal was a campaign medal issued in 1899 by the Royal Niger Company for service in minor military operations in Nigeria between 1886 and 1897.[1] The award was approved by the British government and could be worn by British servicemen.
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Royal Niger Company’s Medal | |
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Type | Campaign medal |
Awarded for | Campaign service |
Description | Awarded in silver to Europeans and bronze to natives |
Presented by | the Royal Niger Company, with approval of the British Government |
Eligibility | Royal Niger Company forces and troops seconded from British Army |
Campaign(s) | Small expeditions in Nigeria 1886-97 |
Established | 1899 |
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