Malawi Independence Medal

The Malawi Independence Medal was authorized by Queen Elizabeth II to commemorate Malawi's independence.[1] The medal gives recognition to members of the Malawian Defence Force and the police, who served on 6 July 1964, as well as to those citizens and civil servants who have rendered outstanding public service to Malawi.[2]

Malawi Independence Medal
Ribbon of the medal
Awarded by Malawi
TypeIndependence Medal
EligibilityMilitary, civilian and police personnel
Awarded forService to Malawi, and to mark the country's independence
Statistics
Established30 June 1964

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 of black, red and green.[1]
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References

  1. "No. 43387". The London Gazette. 21 July 1964. p. 6263.
  2. "Republic of Malawi: Independence Medal 1964". 2 April 2017. Retrieved 21 May 2017.
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