Confederate Medal of Honor

The Confederate Medal of Honor was an award given during the American Civil War by the Confederacy to recognize acts of exceptional bravery and heroism among its soldiers. Similar to the Union Medal of Honor, it honored individuals who displayed extraordinary courage in battle. The medal’s design and criteria were specific to the Confederacy, and it is now a historical artifact. Its presentation and significance are contextually tied to the Civil War era, and it reflects the Confederacy’s efforts to honor and motivate its troops during the conflict.