History
The Medal of Valor was first presented to an LAPD officer in 1925. Since 1959, the award ceremonies have been sponsored by the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. The medal is awarded by the Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners and is annually presented by the Chief of Police to the receiving officers at an awards ceremony named after the medal. The award consists of a medal, ribbon, and citation.
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