China War Medal
British campaign medal approved in 1901 for issue to British and Imperial land and sea troops who fought during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900.
This medal belonged to Daniel Murphy, Chief Petty Officer on the Protector. The China War Medal 1900 was issued in silver to combatants and in bronze to native, namely Indian, bearers drivers and servants. Under Captain Cresswell, the Protector departed Port Adelaide for China in 1900 to to assist the British Navy in quelling the Boxer Rebellion. While uneventful in terms of engaging the enemy, it was the most dramatic episode in the vessel's history. The British Admiralty lauded the efficiency and professionalism of the Protector's crew and the crew received a heroes' welcome on their return to South Australia.
Creator: Royal Navy