Country Poland | Established October 19, 1942 | |
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. Status In the award system but a wartime decoration only Next (higher) Cross of Merit for Bravery | ||
The Cross of Merit with Swords (Polish: Krzyż Zasługi z Mieczami) is a Polish military award established October 19, 1942, by the Polish Government in Exile.
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Criteria
The Cross of Merit with Swords is awarded for deeds of bravery and valor during time of war not connected with direct combat, and for merit demonstrated in perilous circumstances. The cross may be awarded twice in each grade to the same person.
Grades
The Order has three grades:
References
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