Award, usually a medal of some sort, mark of honor
"Military Order of Merit" redirects here. For the Persian order, see Military Order of Merit (Iran).
Not to be confused with Military order (religious society).
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Wall of Medals in the French Foreign Legion Museum
Military awards and decorations are distinctions given as a mark of honor for military heroism, meritorious or outstanding service or achievement.[1] A decoration is often a medal consisting of a ribbon and a medallion.
Civil decorations awarded to military personnel should not be considered military decorations, although some orders of chivalry have civil and military divisions. Decorations received by police and fire brigade personnel may sometimes be considered alongside military decorations, on which they may be modelled, although they are strictly not military awards.
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