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Bronze Medal of Military Valor
Medaglia di bronzo al valor militare
Medaglia di bronzo al valor militare-regno.png Medaglia di bronzo al valor militare.svg
Bronze Medal of Military Valor
(Royal version & Republican version)
Country Italy
Type Military decoration
Eligibility Junior officers and soldiers
Awarded for Deeds of outstanding gallantry in war
Statistics
Established 26 March 1833
Precedence
Next (higher) Silver Medal of Military Valor
Next (lower) Bronze Medal of Army Valor
Valor militare bronze medal BAR.svg
Ribbon bar of the medal

The Bronze Medal of Military Valor (in Italian, Medaglia di bronzo al valor militare) is a special Italian medal. It is given to people who show great bravery and courage. This award honors heroic actions, especially those performed by soldiers.

This medal was first created by Charles Albert of Sardinia on March 26, 1833. It was part of a group of valor medals. The Gold Medal of Military Valor and Silver Medal of Military Valor were also part of this group. King Victor Amadeus III had established these higher-ranking medals earlier, on May 21, 1793.

These medals, along with the "War Cross of Military Valor," are meant to honor heroes. A special rule from November 4, 1932, explains their purpose. It says they are for "heroic military acts," even if they happen during peacetime. The brave act must be connected to the goals of the armed forces.

During the First World War, many of these medals were given out. About 60,244 Bronze Medals were awarded for individual acts of heroism. This shows how many brave actions took place during that time.

Who Has Received This Medal?

Many brave individuals have been honored with the Bronze Medal of Military Valor. These recipients include soldiers and officers who showed great courage. Some people even received the medal more than once for their heroic deeds.

Notable Recipients of the Medal

  • Ernesto Burzagli
  • William W. Eagles
  • Maurizio Giglio
  • Hans-Werner Kraus
  • Arthur Scott
  • Pedro del Valle
  • Sebastiano Visconti Prasca (received twice)
  • Franco Cesana
  • Gabriele D'Annunzio
  • Antonio Cieri
  • Emilio Lussu (received twice)

Related Military Honors

The Bronze Medal of Military Valor is part of a system of Italian military awards. There are other medals that recognize different levels of bravery and service. These awards help to honor those who serve their country with courage.

Other Valor Medals

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