Cross of Merit of the Minister of Defence of the Czech Republic
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The Cross of Merit of the Minister of Defence of the Czech Republic (Czech: Záslužný kříž ministra obrany České republiky) was established on 16 December 1996. The military decoration is presented in three classes, and was the highest award bestowed by the Minister of Defence until October 2008.[2][3][4]
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Cross of Merit of the Minister of Defence of the Czech Republic Záslužný kříž ministra obrany České republiky | |
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Type | Three class military decoration |
Awarded for | heroism, successful leadership during battle, meritorious service in combat activities, outstanding performance in the command of troops during peacetime, meritorious performance of service or work duties, excellent representation of the Armed Forces of the Czech Republic, or for other significant acts of merit performed in support of the Defence department. |
Country | Czech Republic |
Presented by | Minister of Defence |
Eligibility | Citizens of the Czech Republic, as well as foreign nationals |
Status | Currently awarded |
Established | 16 December 1996[1] |
Ribbon bar of the first class Ribbon bar of the second class Ribbon bar of the third class | |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Medal of Merit |
Next (lower) | State Defence Cross of the Minister of Defence of the Czech Republic |
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