Napoleonic Wargame Club

ALLIED ARMY MEDALS  

THE MOST NOBLE ORDER OF THE GARTER (K.G)

THE MOST ANCIENT AND MOST NOBLE ORDER OF THE THISTLE (K.T)

THE ORDER OF ST. HERMENGILDO (Spanish)

The premier Order of Britain and one of the oldest in Europe, the usual accepted date for the foundation of the Order of the Garter is 1348. It consists of the Sovereign, Prince of Wales and 25 Knights only (K.G)

Established by James II in 1687 to consist of the Sovereign ans 12 Knights (extended to 16 Knights in 1827) Like the Garter the Thistle was an aristocratic Order, but mostly reserved for the Scottish nobility (K.T)

Order of St Hermengildo, premier order issued to the Spanish Army.

Eligibility for the Order

Issued to Officers of the NWC for Noble and Long Service and to those officers that have achieved special notoriety within their respective Division/Corps or Army. It is awarded on recommendation from Division/Corps commanders and at the discretion of the Army Commander. Each Division/Corps commander is limited to one recommendation a month for this reward. This award is worth 15 points.

ARMY GOLD CROSS 1806-14

cruz de oro de la península

(Replaces Order of Franz Josef)

This magnificent award, the most desirable in the campaign series, were issued to field and general officers for service in the Peninsula Wars. Whereas such officers who served at three or less actions received the gold medal with or without clasp, the cross was awarded for four or more actions.

Each arm of the medal bears the name of an action in which the recipient served. The maximum number of clasps on one Cross is nine, commemorating thirteen actions in all; not surprisingly this was awarded to the Duke of Wellington.

Eligibility for Medal

Presented to officers that exhibit conspicuous gallantry on the field of battle. This may be achieved through outstanding performance in a multi-player game, on recommendation by a fellow officer or achieving ten victories against French opponents. This medal is worth 10 points.

Note:Order of Franz Josef, may still be awarded, but only by the Prussian or Russian Armies

ARMY GOLD MEDAL 1806-14

(Replaces Military Merit Cross)

This medal was sanctioned in 1810 and generally issued to officers of the rank of Major and above for services in the Peninsular Wars. The obverse depicts a seated figure of Britannia holding a laurel wreath and palm branch along with shield.

Eligibility for Medal

This commendation is awarded by the Commander of the Army to officers that have distinguished themselves through exemplary service to the Coalition or in recognition for special achievement. This commendation (and each bar) is worth 5 points.

MILITARY GENERAL SERVICE MEDAL 1793-1814

This medal was sanctioned in 1847 and issued in 1848, was awarded for services during the Napoleonic Wars 1801-14. Most clasps were awarded for services during the Peninsula War of 1811-14: 6 clasps were issued for the Peninsula War 1808-09; 3 clasps for service in Canada; 2 clasps for service in West Indies; 1 clasp for service in Egypt 1801; 1 clasp for service in Maida 1806; and 1 clasp for service in Java 1811. In total 29 clasps were made, the most awarded to one recipient was 15. The obverse of the medal shows the usual head of Victoria, whilst the reverse show Victoria placing a laurel wreath on Wellington as he kneels before her.

Eligibility for Medal

This medal is awarded to an officer of the Coalition upon their first victory over a French opponent. There are no points associated with this medal of recognition. It is important that each officer report their first victory to the Commander of the Army in order to qualify for this medal. For every victory in the Battleground Napoleonic games there after a bar will be issued. (The battle must be over 10 turns)

WATERLOO MEDAL 1815

HANOVERIAN MEDAL FOR WATERLOO

This was awarded to all ranks, and set the precedent for the issue of campaign medals. It was awarded to all those who served at the battles of Ligny, Quatre Bras and Waterloo 16th-18th June 1815. The obverse shows the head of the Prince Regent whilst the reverse depicts the figure of Victory.

The Hanoverian medal was instituted by the Prince Regent for award to survivors from Hanover. From the time of George I until 1837, the Kings of England were also Electors of Hanover. The obverse shows the head of the "Georg Prinz Regent" whilst the reverse shows a military trophy with the inscription "Hannoerscher Tapferkeit", below is Waterloo Jun XVIII.

Eligibility for Medals

The Waterloo medal will be issued upon completing the full Battle of Ligny, Quatre Bras or Waterloo. (Irrelevant of victory) as per the real medal. 16-18th June 1815. Hanoverian medal for officers in command of Hanoverian,Nassau or King’s German Legion Regiments.

LONG SERVICE & GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL

This medal was authorised by Army Circular 685 of 1830, and is on current issue. The recipient should have served 21 years in the ranks with a high standard of conduct. The medal had a crimson ribbon until 1917 when its similarity to the Victoria Cross led to a white stripe being added to each edge. Two types are available one with suspender saying "Peninsula" or plain scroll. Alternative medal available for Militia Regiments.

Eligibility for Medal

For services to the Army off the field of battle, either in contributions to the newsletter, regular reporting of battle results, help in running the Army or other services. Awarded on recommendation of Brigade-Division commanders at the discretion of the Army Commander. This medal is worth 5 points.

DISTINGUISHED CONDUCT MEDAL

Instituted in 1854 to recognise "distinguished, gallant and good conduct" by any rank. At first issued on a quota basis for each Regiment, due to the fixed amount of money available for the accompanying annuity. There are two types of second award bars, the first type has the date of the second ward on it, the second type being plain. The dated types are very rare.

Eligibility for Medal

Issued to Officers of the British Army for their first victory in a multi-player game. Subsequent Bars are awarded for each minor or major victory in a multi-player game. This medal (and each bar) is worth 5 points.

MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL

This medal was issued in 1845, and is still on current issue. The medal was issued for "Distinguished or Meritorious Service", issued to NCOs of the rank of sergeant and above, it also carried an annuity.

Eligibility for Medal

One medal issued every month, to the top recipient of monthly bounty or at the discretion of the Army Commander

ARMY BEST SHOT

Instituted by Royal Warrant in 1869 as an annual award to the best shot in the British Army, it was also known as the "Queens Medal". The reverse depicts a figure of Fame standing on a dais and placing a laurel wreath on a warrior.

Eligibility for Medal

Issued every month, to a recipient of monthly bounty, the most promising student of the Royal Military Academy or at the discretion of the Army Commander. The medal is worth 5 points..

MENTIONED IN DESPATCHES

Eligibility for Medal

Issued to Officers whose action are worthy of Special mention or at the discretion of Brigade/Divisional or Corp Commanders. This citation is worth 5 - 15 points..