The Maryland Medal for Valor (MMV) will be awarded in recognition of acts of personal heroism.

Qualifications

Nominee must be an active member of the Maryland National Guard. The individual must have performed an act of heroism clearly beyond what reasonably might have been expected under the given circumstances and of such a nature that if the act had not been attempted no criticism would be justified. The nominee’s act of heroism was voluntary. Performance of the act placed the nominee in personal jeopardy. This award will frequently encompass a life saving action. It may also be appropriate under circumstances in which extraordinary performance has contributed to alleviation of public tragedy or in the preservation of public property, provided that the nominee’s life was in jeopardy as a result of voluntary action.

Any heroic act performed by a member of the Maryland National Guard is eligible for consideration without regard to their duty status at the time of the event. It may include an act performed while they were actually on military duty, in state status, or while acting in a civilian capacity.

Description

A gold star 1 3/8”, suspended from a medal bar inscribed “VALOR”. The ribbon is cross-grained and striped in colors black, white, scarlet, and golden yellow. The black stripe will be to the wearer’s right. Neck band ribbon is authorized for wear when purchased by, or awarded to, the individual.