The Lifesaving Medal (German: Rettungsmedaille am Band) was a civil decoration of the Kingdom of Prussia. Established 1 February 1833, it was awarded to individuals who had saved another person's life, at risk to their own. This medal is referred to as the Lifesaving Medal on Band to differentiate it from a previous non-portable award established in 1802.[2] Otto von Bismarck received it for rescuing a drowning man.[3]
| Lifesaving Medal Rettungsmedaille | |
|---|---|
 Versions of the Kingdom of Prussia's Lifesaving Medals | |
| Type | Civil decoration |
| Awarded for | Saving a life |
| Presented by |  Kingdom of Prussia  Free State of Prussia |
| Status | No longer awarded |
| Established | 1 February 1833 |
| Last awarded | 1925 |
.svg){kind=small} Ribbon of the medal | |
| Order of Wear 1916[1] | |
| Next (lower) | Merit Cross for War Aid |
References
edit- ^ Lundström, Richard. "Prussian Regulations of 24 February 1915 (with amendment 1916)". Guide to German Ribbon Bars 1914-1945. Retrieved 28 May 2013.
- ^ Ehrenzeichen
- ^ Bismarck