[1] During World War I, Texas raised and trained two brigades of cavalry in anticipation of their mobilization in January 1919 and subsequent service on the battlefields of France.

The sudden end of the war on November 11, 1918 precluded the mobilization of the brigades and made their members ineligible of the Victory medal.

In 1922, the Texas Congressional Delegation lobbied for approval of a medal to recognize the unique service of these troops.

The medal was designed by Mr. Anthony de Francisci and authorized by Public Law 91 of the 68th Congress and is a lasting testament to the patriotism and dedication to duty of Texas Cavalrymen during World War I.

The reverse of the medal bears the arms of Texas, a Lone Star encircled by a wreath, surrounded by the dates of service in 1918 when the cavalry became eligible for federal activation and the signing of the armistice to end World War I.