Voluntary Medical Services medal
Maker and role
Percy Metcalfe: Maker
Production date
Unknown
Description
Voluntary Medical Services Medal with six clasps. Belonged to Mrs Olive S Prentice.
Collection Type
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History
The Voluntary Medical Services medal was instituted in 1932 but service for the medal counted from the inception of the Voluntary Aid Detachments Scheme in 1909. The medal is awarded to members who complete 15 years qualifying service in the British Red Cross Society or St Andrews Ambulance Corps. A clasp to the medal bearing either the Geneva or St Andrews cross is awarded for each successive five years qualified service.
Catalogue Number
0140/1(11)
Associated Person and Role
British Red Cross Society. London Branch
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