French
India
The
Dupleix Medal (1943 - 1954)
The Medal of Honor of the Force Publique, French India, also known as
the Dupleix medal, was established on August 12, 1943. It is intended
to recognize long and loyal service as well as acts of courage and devotion
by members of the Force Publique. The 28 mm medal is issued in two classes:
silver (first class) and bronze (second class). The obverse features the
effigy of Governor-general Joseph Francois Dupleix surrounded by the inscription,
ESTABLISSEMENTS FRANCAIS DANS LINDE above and DUPLEIX below. The reverse
features the straight inscription, FORCE PUBLIQUE across its center and
the curved inscriptions, MEDAILLE above and DHONNEUR below. The medal
was no longer awarded after November 1, 1954.
The Dupleix
Medal
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