WW1 British RN Navy Lusitania Medal

The WW1 British RN Navy Lusitania Medal is a historical artifact associated with the sinking of the RMS Lusitania in 1915 during the First World War. This medal was originally designed by the German sculptor Karl Goetz to commemorate the event from the German perspective and was later reproduced in Britain as a piece of anti-German propaganda. The British version typically features the same obverse design as the original, depicting the sinking Lusitania and related inscriptions. Made from bronze or other base metals, the medal is circular and measures approximately 56mm in diameter. British-issued examples were accompanied by a presentation box and an explanatory leaflet outlining the significance of the event. The Lusitania Medal holds importance for collectors of naval and wartime memorabilia, particularly those interested in naval history and propaganda. It serves as a tangible representation of the cultural impact of the Lusitania’s sinking and its role in shaping public sentiment during the war.