Albert Medal (Bronze) – Gallantry in Saving Life at Sea Branch_Royal Marines Ties Most Military insignia available

Most Military insignia available

Dated bars were still awarded during the reign of EVII

while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces

a period encompassing the Second World War and the early post-war years

Albert Medal (Bronze) – Gallantry in Saving Life at Sea Branch_Royal Marines Ties Most Military insignia availableThe Albert Medal in Bronze for Gallantry in Saving Life at Sea was awarded to individuals who displayed exceptional courage and self sacrifice whilst attempting to save the lives of others in maritime emergencies. Instituted by Queen Victoria in 1866 in memory of Prince Albert, the Albert Medal was originally created solely to recognise acts of heroism at sea. The award honoured seafarers, lifeboat crews, naval personnel, fishermen and civilians who