Physical Description

A circular medal constructed of gold. The obverse bears the bust of King Maximilian I Joseph with the inscription "MAXIMILIANUS IOSEPHUS REX BOIOARIAE". The reverse bears the inscription "OB. MILITES. INTER. PRAELIA. ET. ARTE. ET. VIRTUTE. SERVATOS.", encompassed by a wreath of oak and laurel tied with a bow at the bottom. On a loop for suspension with a black, white and light blue ribbon.

History

The Military Medical Medal was founded by King Maximilian I Joseph on November 8, 1812. The medal was awarded to members of the emergency medical services who put their life in mortal danger to aid the sick or wounded on the battlefield or in field hospitals.

Recipients of the medal also received a lifelong pension. Four recipients of the gold medal were awarded 300 guilders, four recipients of the gold medal received 200 guilders, and eight recipients of the silver medal received 150 guilders. Upon the individual's death, the award could be exchanged for money by an heir. Individuals had to apply for the medal and applications were reviewed by a commission.

The Gold Medal was awarded to Regimental Surgeons and high-ranking individuals within the emergency medical services.