1914 Star
Object
Medal
Production date
1914
Object number
1993.64
Physical Description
Bronze medal in shape of four pointed star, conferred posthumously on S A Finn.
The 1914 Star, colloquially known as the Mons Star, is a British First World War campaign medal for service in France or Belgium between 5 August and 22 November 1914.
It was awarded to officers and men of the British and Indian Expeditionary Forces who served in France or Belgium between 5 August and midnight of 22–23 November 1914 (between the day after Britain's declaration of war and the end of the First Battle of Ypres).
The 1914 Star, colloquially known as the Mons Star, is a British First World War campaign medal for service in France or Belgium between 5 August and 22 November 1914.
It was awarded to officers and men of the British and Indian Expeditionary Forces who served in France or Belgium between 5 August and midnight of 22–23 November 1914 (between the day after Britain's declaration of war and the end of the First Battle of Ypres).
Associated Event
First World War
Associated Person
Finn, S
Associated Place
Upper Clapton (Place)
Material
Bronze
Exhibition Label
From the exhibition 'The Art of War – Posters & Propaganda from the First World War' [23 February – 28 May 2016]
1914 Star awarded to S.A. Finn, Royal Fusiliers
This medal and certificate was awarded posthumously to S.A. Finn of Stoneham Road, Upper Clapton. He died in October 1914.
The 1914 Star, popularly known as the Mons Star, was awarded to officers and men of the British and Indian Expeditionary Forces who served in France or Belgium between the outbreak of war on 5 August and midnight on 22–23 November 1914, the end of the First Battle of Ypres.
There were five campaign medals available for individuals who saw service in the First World War. An individual, male or female, could be issued with a maximum of three of these medals.
1914 Star awarded to S.A. Finn, Royal Fusiliers
This medal and certificate was awarded posthumously to S.A. Finn of Stoneham Road, Upper Clapton. He died in October 1914.
The 1914 Star, popularly known as the Mons Star, was awarded to officers and men of the British and Indian Expeditionary Forces who served in France or Belgium between the outbreak of war on 5 August and midnight on 22–23 November 1914, the end of the First Battle of Ypres.
There were five campaign medals available for individuals who saw service in the First World War. An individual, male or female, could be issued with a maximum of three of these medals.
On display?
No
Inscription
Scroll in centre bears inscription 'Aug-Nov 1914'. Reverse stamped 'L-7796 Pte S. Finn 4/R Fus.'