The British War Medal was a military decoration awarded to members of the British Armed Forces for service during the First World War from 1914 to 1920. It recognized the contributions of soldiers, sailors, and airmen who served in various theaters of war. The medal features a design of Britannia and is made of bronze. To qualify for the British War Medal, service members needed to have served in a theater of war or have been mobilized for active service. It was often awarded alongside other medals, such as the Victory Medal, to honor the sacrifices made during the conflict.