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King Haakon VII Freedom Cross
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King Haakon VII's Freedom Cross (Norwegian: Haakon VIIs Frihetskors) was established in Norway on 18 May 1945. The medal is awarded to Norwegian or foreign military or civilian personnel for outstanding achievement in wartime.[1] It is ranked fifth in the order of precedence in the Norwegian honours system.[2]
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![]() King Haakon VII Freedom Cross | |
Type | Single-grade medal |
Awarded for | Outstanding and decisive contributions to the Norwegian cause during World War 2 |
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Eligibility | Norwegian or foreign military or civilian personnel |
Established | 18 May 1945 |
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Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Royal Norwegian Order of Merit |
Next (lower) | St Olav's medal with Oak Branch |
Related | King Haakon VII Freedom Medal |
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