Breda Medal

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SKU: 02.NLD.0108.101.01.000

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Attributes

  • Country
    Netherlands
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: VOOR BURGER TROUW EN MOED DECR MDCCXIII Rev: DE SOUVEREINE VORST VAN NEDERLAND AAN DE OFFICIEREN DER SCHUTTERIJ VAN BREDA
  • Size
    28mm

History


The Breda Medal was established by William VI, Prince of Orange-Nassau, and future King William I, in 1815. It was awarded to members of the Breda militia in recognition of meritorious service against the French occupation of the Kingdom of Holland.

The Silver Medal features an obverse inscription translates to "For Civilian Faith and Courage," and a reverse inscription that translates to "From the Sovereign Prince of the Netherlands, to the Officers of the Breda Militia." A total of 20 were awarded.

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