War Commemorative Medal of 1870–1871
| War Commemorative Medal of 1870–1871 Kriegsdenkmünze für die Feldzüge 1870–1871 | |
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Obverse and reverse of the medal | |
| Type | Campaign medal |
| Awarded for | Service as a combatant or non-combatant |
| Eligibility | German soldiers and civilians |
| Campaign(s) | Franco-Prussian War |
| Established | 20 May 1871 |
Ribbon bar of the medal | |
The War Commemorative Medal of 1870–1871 (German: Kriegsdenkmünze für die Feldzüge 1870–1871) is a campagian medal presented by Kaiser William I in his capacity as King of Prussia. The medal was presented to commemorate service in the Franco Prussian War. The medal was presented to members of the united German armies. The medal was presented for combat service in bronze, and non-combat service in steel. Each version bore minor differences in inscription and design. Clasps were authorized on the 25th anniversary of the German victory, to commemorate selected battles.