Medals from Spain
Spanish Military Medals & Awards from WW1, WW2 and More
The history of Spain dates back to medieval times. In 1516, Habsburg Spain unified a number of disparate predecessor kingdoms; a form of a constitutional monarchy was introduced in 1813, and the current democratic constitution dates to 1978. Spain was involved in all major European wars of the 16th to 18th centuries, including the Italian Wars, the Eighty Years’ War, the Thirty Years’ War, and the Franco-Spanish War.
Spanish medals encompass a wide range of decorations awarded by Spain to recognize acts of valor, service, and contributions to the nation. These medals hold significant historical and cultural value, reflecting Spain’s rich heritage and tradition of honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional courage and dedication
Popular Spanish Medals, Orders & Decorations
Explore the most renowned medals, orders, and decorations bestowed by Spain.
The Long Military Service Cross (Spain)
The Long Military Service Cross is a military decoration of the Spanish Armed Forces and Civil Guard for long service.
The Fidelity Cross (Spain)
The Fidelity Cross (Cruz Fidélitas) is a medal of the Spanish Armed Forces, primarily awarded to military chaplains to reward service.
The Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise
The Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise (Orden Civil de Alfonso X) is a Spanish civil order from 1939 recognizing education, science, etc.
The Order of the Spanish Republic
The Order of the Spanish Republic (Orden de la República) was founded in 1932 in the Second Spanish Republic for civil and military merit.
The Insigned Order of the Golden Fleece
The Order of the Golden Fleece is a Roman Catholic Order of chivalry founded by Duke Philip the Good in 1430 to celebrate his marriage.
All Spanish Medals
from Before WW1 and WW1
Before World War I, Spain awarded various medals to recognize acts of valor, service, and contributions to the nation. Among the notable Spanish medals from this period was the Order of the Golden Fleece (Orden del Toisón de Oro), one of the most prestigious chivalric orders in Europe, and the Military Medal (Medalla Militar), which recognized acts of valor and heroism by members of the Spanish Armed Forces. During World War I, Spain also awarded various medals to recognize acts of valor and service.
Spanish Medals from the
Interwar Period and WW2
During the interwar period and World War II, Spain awarded medals to honor acts of valor and service. These medals reflected Spain’s neutrality during the conflicts and recognized individuals who demonstrated courage and dedication.
