Malawi Independence Medal
| Malawi Independence Medal | |
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Ribbon of the medal | |
| Awarded by Malawi | |
| Type | Independence Medal |
| Eligibility | Military, civilian and police personnel |
| Awarded for | service in Malawi at independence |
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| Established | 29 May 1964 |
The Malawi Independence Medal was authorised by Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the granting of independence to Malawi to give recognition to individuals of the Armed Forces and Police Force serving on 6 July 1964 and civil servants and other residents of Malawi who have rendered outstanding public service.[1]
Description
- The circular cupro-nickel Malawi Independence Medal features the crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. [1]
- The reverse of the medal depicts the Malawi Coat of Arms and the inscription Malawi Independence, 6th July 1964.[1]
- The ribbon has three vertical stripes, black, red and green.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 The London Gazette: no. 43387. p. 6263. 21 July 1964. Retrieved 29 August 2010.
Orders, Decorations and Medals of Malawi | |
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