[1]The medal was awarded for the defence of Jalalabad from 12 November 1841 to 7 April 1842, during the First Afghan War, to the troops under the command of Sir Robert Sale.

[3] In addition to the medal, the 13th Foot were permitted to show a Mural Crown and the battle honour 'Jellalabad' on its colours and regimental badge.

The medals awarded to the 13th Foot had the name and regiment of the recipient engraved at their commanding officer's expense.

[5] Lord Ellenborough was dissatisfied with the design and execution of this version[1] and, although awarded to serving soldiers, insufficient were produced to issue to next of kin of those who had died during the campaign.

[5] Four separate campaign medals were awarded to British led forces who served in the Afghan War of 1839 to 1842:[8]