Back Médaille de la Défense nationale German Médaille de la Défense nationale French Médaille de la Défense nationale Italian Medaille van de Nationale Verdediging Dutch Medalha de la Defensa Nacionala Occitan Medal Obrony Narodowej Polish Медаль Национальной обороны (Франция) Russian Медаль Національної оборони (Франція) Ukrainian
| 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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