Valour Cross
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The Valour Cross (Danish: Tapperhedskorset) is the highest military decoration of Denmark. Established on 14 November 2011,[1] and first awarded on 18 November 2011, it is awarded for outstanding acts of courage in combat.[2]
Quick Facts Valour Cross Tapperhedskorset, Awarded for ...
Valour Cross Tapperhedskorset | |
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Awarded for | Outstanding acts of courage in combat |
Description | Silver cross pattée with a gilded edge with gold medallion with monogram and 2010 superimposed |
Country | Denmark |
Presented by | the Monarch of Denmark |
Eligibility | Persons of any rank in the armed forces |
Post-nominals | T.K. |
Motto | For Tapperhed (in Danish); For Bravery (in English) |
Status | Currently awarded |
Established | 14 November 2011[1] |
First awarded | 18 November 2011[2] |
Total | 1 |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | None |
Next (lower) | Defence Medal for Bravery |
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