History

The Belisario Domínguez Honor Medal (Medalla de Honor Belisario Domínguez) was established in Mexico by presidential decree on January 3, 1953. It was awarded to Mexican citizens who have distinguished themselves in the services of the country and the humanity.

The Medal was named after Senator Belisario Domínguez who served as senator and gave a memorable speech in the Congress during the Mexican Revolution against the dictator Victoriano Huerta, for which he was murdered.