Philippines Wounded Personnel Medal

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A new addition to my collection!

This is a Philippine Wounded Personnel Medal for injured or killed in combat. The medal is in the form of a cross in gold and Superimposed in the center of the cross is a disc where a relief head of Gen Gregorio del Pilar is placed. The wreath made of light green laurel leaves superimposed the cross. The cross signifies the risk of life while in combat; the disc with the head of General Del Pilar is for achievements that resulted in the wounding of awardees by an armed enemy; the wreath symbolizes honor for such endeavor; and the green color stands for nobility and devotion to duty. This is the same size as a standard US medal with the original box. The maker is El Oro, a Philippine award company. A rare original with the complete box and tag. The condition is used with age and some soiling. This is of very early manufacturing.

Medal awarded to military personnel of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and civilian citizens serving with the AFP by Commanders of major subordinate units of Major Services down to Battalion Commanders or their equivalent in the PAF and in the PN. In the case of combat patient evacuated to AFP hospitals, the CO is authorized to award this medal.

The medal is granted for those wounded in action against an enemy of the Philippines or as a direct result of an act of the enemy, provided such wound necessitates treatment of medical officers; and/or having been killed in action. No more than one award shall be made for more than one wound or injury received at the same instant or from the same missile, force, explosion or agents. Likewise, this award can be issued posthumously. The award shall be automatically made by the Adjutant concerned upon receiving a report of death indicating entitlement.

Edited August 31, 2010 by Gldank

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