Not to be confused with National Defense Service Medal.
Award
National Defence Medal
National Defence Medal, Gold grade (obverse)
Type
Medal with three classes (Gold, Silver and Bronze)
Awarded for
Particularly honorable service rendered to the French military Valor not involving combat with the enemy
Presented by
France
Eligibility
French citizens and foreign nationals
Status
Currently awarded
Established
21 April 1982
Precedence
Next (higher)
Overseas Medal
Next (lower)
Medal for voluntary military service
The National Defence Medal (French: "Médaille de la Défense nationale") is a French military decoration. It was created by Charles Hernu, Minister of Defence and established by decree on 21 April 1982. It rewards particularly honourable service rendered by military personnel for their participation in operational activities. The medal has three levels: Gold, Silver and Bronze.[1]
^Battini, Jean; Zaniewicki, Witold (2003). Guide pratique des décorations françaises actuelles. Paris: LAVAUZELLE. pp. 157–161. ISBN 2-7025-1030-2.
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