The Life Saving Medal was authorised by the Order's Statutes in 1874, and instituted in 1874. The Medal is awarded to individuals who have risked their lives to save those of others. It is awarded in grades of Bronze, Silver, or Gold, with Certificates of Honour also awarded.
Reference
STJ/OSJ/6/2
Level of description
Sub-series
Date
1875 - 1982
Extent and medium
1 file - Extent
Creator
Priory of England and the Islands of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem (1999 - present) Likely someone on the Order's staff with responsibility for Order honours and awards