Cross of Merit with Swords (Poland)

Cross of Merit with Swords (Poland)
Cross of Merit with Swords
Brazowy Krzyz Zaslugi z Mieczami zdjecie.jpg
Bronze grade of current Cross of Merit with Swords.
Awarded by Republic of Poland
Type Medal awarded in three grades: Gold, Silver, Bronze.
Awarded for Deeds of bravery and valor not connected with direct combat, and for merit demonstrated in perilous circumstances.
Statistics
Established October 19, 1942
Precedence
Next (higher) Cross of Merit for Bravery
Next (lower) Cross of Merit

The Cross of Merit with Swords (Polish: Krzyż Zasługi z Mieczami) is a Polish medal established October 19, 1942, by the Polish Government in Exile and awarded for deeds of bravery and valor not connected with direct combat, and for merit demonstrated in perilous circumstances.

The Order has three grades:

1. Gold Cross of Merit with Swords POL Złoty Krzyż Zasługi z Mieczami BAR.svg
2. Silver Cross of Merit with Swords POL Srebrny Krzyż Zasługi z Mieczami BAR.svg
3. Bronze Cross of Merit with Swords POL Brązowy Krzyż Zasługi z Mieczami BAR.svg


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