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| Medal for Sacrifice and Courage |
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| Awarded by the Republic of Poland |
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Single grade medal |
| Awarded for |
Selfless aid to the drowning, victims of natural disasters, fires, explosions, or other unfortunate circumstances |
| Status |
Currently awarded |
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| Established |
February 17, 1960 |
| Precedence |
| Next (higher) |
Cross of Merit for Bravery |
| Next (lower) |
Medal for Long Marital Life |
The Medal for Sacrifice and Courage (Polish: Medal za Ofiarność i Odwagę) is a Polish medal established on February 17, 1960. It is awarded to those who, with disregard for their own life, save people from drowning, aid the victims of natural disaters, fires, explosions, or other unfortunate circumstances, or protect the property of others during such events.
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