Military Cross (Poland)
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For other uses, see Military Cross (disambiguation).
The Military Cross (Polish:Krzyż Wojskowy) is a military decoration awarded to soldiers of the Polish Armed Forces, as well as civilians for meritorious actions against terrorism, or in peacekeeping and stabilization missions. It is the non-warlike equivalent of the Cross of Valour.[2]
Quick Facts Military Cross Krzyż Wojskowy, Awarded for ...
Military Cross Krzyż Wojskowy | |
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Awarded for | To members of the Polish Armed Forces or civilians for combat valour against an act of terror in Poland or while on an overseas mission.[1] |
Country | Poland |
Presented by | the President of Poland |
Eligibility | military or civilian |
Clasps | denotes subsequent awards |
Status | Currently awarded |
Established | 14 June 2007 |
First awarded | 11 November 2007 |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Cross of Valour |
Next (lower) | Cross of Merit for Bravery |
Related | Order of the Military Cross Military Cross of Merit |
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