Polar medal
noun
(In the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries) a decoration awarded for distinguished service (now of at least ten years) to those exploring and working in polar regions, instituted by Edward VII in 1904 to acknowledge the return of Scott's first expedition to the Antarctic.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Times.
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