Albert Medal (Bronze) – Gallantry in Saving Life at Sea Collection_Engraved Gifts The medal is worn from

The medal is worn from a watered ribbon of Red White and blue in equal proportions

Die-struck metal construction

Second and subsequent awards denoted by a bar on the ribbon

The 'DFC' is issued unnamed however WW2 issues were engraved with the year of issue on the lower limb of the cross

Albert Medal (Bronze) – Gallantry in Saving Life at Sea Collection_Engraved Gifts The medal is worn fromThe 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