Original WWI British War Medal 1914–1918 with named rim “1868 PTE. R. EBURROWS. MANCH. R.” Manchester Regiment
Key Information:
Country: Great Britain
Name: British War Medal 1914–1918
Reign: King George V
Material: Silver
Diameter: approx. 36.22 mm
Recipient: 1868 Private R. E. Burrows, Manchester Regiment
Obverse: Portrait of King George V facing left, inscription GEORGIVS V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP:
Reverse: St. George on horseback trampling the shield of the Central Powers with skull and crossbones below; sun of victory above, dates 1914–1918 at sides.
Condition:
Lightly toned silver finish with clear rim naming. 
Historical Background:
Instituted in 1919, the British War Medal was awarded to officers and men of British and Imperial forces who served overseas during the First World War. The design by Bertram Mackennal (obverse) and William McMillan (reverse) symbolizes the triumph of civilization over aggression.
The Manchester Regiment served on multiple fronts including France, Gallipoli, and Mesopotamia. Named examples like this one provide valuable research potential through medal rolls and service records.
Summary:
Original British War Medal 1914–1918 named to Private R. E. Burrows, Manchester Regiment, complete with original ribbon and attractive patina. A fine, collectible WWI campaign medal with verifiable recipient history.