The India General Service Medal (1936–1939) was awarded to British and Indian Army personnel for service during specific operations on the North-West Frontier of India between 1936 and 1939. It replaced the earlier India General Service Medal (1908–1935) and continued to recognise frontier warfare prior to the outbreak of World War II.
The medal is circular and made of silver. The obverse features the crowned effigy of King George VI facing left, with the inscription “GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX ET INDIAE:IMP”. The reverse shows a British and Indian soldier advancing together with bayonets fixed, with the word “INDIA” inscribed below. Recipient details are engraved on the rim. Replicas are marked with the word “COPY”.
The ribbon is green with a broad central crimson stripe, matching the earlier 1908–1935 version. The green represents the terrain of the frontier, and the crimson signifies sacrifice and courage.
Only one clasp was authorised for this medal:
The India General Service Medal (1936–1939) marks the final issue of British campaign medals for operations in colonial India. It reflects the continued challenges of maintaining order in the region before India’s path to independence.
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