The Order of Wen-Hu (English – The Order of the Striped Tiger) was an award for military or naval service awarded by the Republic of China. It was issued in five classes. The badge showed a striped tiger in natural colours on a central medallion.[1] During World War I, a large number of Chinese served with both the Chinese Labour Corps and the Royal Army Medical Corps, and many British officers, particularly in those two corps, received the order.[2] The majority were issued in February 1920.[2]

Order of Wen-Hu
Country Republic of China
Presented byRepublic of China
EligibilityMilitary personnel
StatusInactive
Ribbon of the Order (2nd Class)

Notable recipients

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References

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  1. ^ "Encyclopedia Americana". 20. Americana Corp. 1951: 767. Retrieved July 23, 2010. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  2. ^ a b "Chinese Awards and Decorations". worcestershireregiment.com. Retrieved July 23, 2010.
  3. ^ a b "Decorations Conferred". London Gazette. March 22, 1921. Retrieved July 23, 2010.
  4. ^ "No. 31783". The London Gazette (Supplement). 13 February 1920. p. 1938.
  5. ^ "No. 31783". The London Gazette (Supplement). 13 February 1920. p. 1935.