Awarded to the non-commissioned officers and privates.
609. Mysore: War with Tippoo Sahib, 1791—1792. _Obv._ Sepoy
in uniform, facing, holding in r. hand English flag, and
in l. Mysore banner reversed; in the distance, fortress of
Seringapatam. _Rev._ Within laurel-wreath, FOR SERVICES IN
MYSORE. A.D. 1791—1792; around, Persian inscription, "A
memorial of devoted services to the English Government at
the war of Mysore, Christian Era 1791—1792, equivalent to
Mahommedan Era 1205—1206." Silver. Size 1·7.
This medal was presented to the successful forces under Lord
Cornwallis, who so completely paralysed the power of Tippoo Sahib that
he was compelled to submit to the terms of a treaty which deprived
him of half of his dominions. This medal was struck in two sizes, the
larger having been awarded to officers only. On 21 Mar. 1851 the Queen
authorized this medal to be worn by survivors.