Military Medal for Gallantry

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Medal instituted in 1944.
Medal awarded to officers, non-commissioned officers and privates of the Defence Forces and to members of the Army Nursing and Chaplaincy Services in recognition of the performance of any act of exceptional bravery or gallantry (other than one performed on war service) arising out of, or associated with, military service and involving risk to life and limb.
Medal awarded in three different classes: with Honour, with Distinction, and with Merit.