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| Cross of Merit |
The current version of the Golden Cross of Merit |
| Awarded by Republic of Poland |
| Type |
Medal awarded in three grades: Golden, Silver, and Bronze |
| Awarded for |
Exemplary public service or humanitarian work that goes above and beyond the call of duty |
| Status |
Currently awarded |
| Statistics |
| Established |
June 23, 1923 |
| First awarded |
November 11, 1923 |
| Precedence |
| Next (higher) |
Cross of Merit with Swords |
| Next (lower) |
Cross of Merit for Bravery |
The Cross of Merit (Polish: Krzyż Zasługi) is a Polish civil state award established on June 23, 1923 to recognize services to the state.
The Order has three grades:
| 1. Golden Cross of Merit |
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| 2. Silver Cross of Merit |
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| 3. Bronze Cross of Merit |
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At the time of its establishment in 1923 the Cross of Merit was the highest civilian award in Poland. It was awarded to citizens who went beyond their duties in their work for the country and society as a whole.
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Polish orders, decorations, and medals |
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