Cross of Independence
Cross of Independence (Polish: Krzyż Niepodległości) was the second highest Polish military decoration between World Wars I and II. It was awarded to individuals who had fought actively for the independence of Poland, and was released in three classes.
| Cross of Independence Krzyż Niepodległości | |
|---|---|
Cross of Independence with Swords | |
| Awarded for | Heroically fighting for the independence of Poland |
| Country | Second Polish Republic |
| Presented by | the President of Poland |
| Status | Obsolete |
| Established | 29 October 1930 |
| Total | Cross with Swords 1818 Cross 7917 Medal 51,735 |
Ribbon bar of the Cross with Swords Ribbon bar of the Cross and Medal | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Order of Polonia Restituta |
| Next (lower) | Cross of Valour |
| Related | Order of the Cross of Independence Cross of Freedom and Solidarity |
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