War Cross of Military Valor


The War Cross for Military Valor is an Italian decoration for military valor. Established in 1922, the cross may be awarded only in time of war.

Appearance

The medal is a Greek cross made of copper. Inscribed on the horizontal arms is Al Valore Militare. On the top arm of the cross is the monogram of the Italian Republic. The bottom arm depicts a Roman sword sheathed in bay leaves. The back of the cross depicts a five-pointed star, with rays radiating from behind that star out to the arms of the cross. The cross is suspended from a solid blue ribbon.

Notable recipients