Belgian Civil Decoration for Bravery, Devotion and Philanthropy medal Reference Books and use by hunters and

and use by hunters and long-range shooters across the globe

The medal was instituted by the United Kingdom in 1945 to recognize operational service between certain dates in 1939 and 1945

It gained popularity during the Cold War era and was part of the standard equipment for civil defense and military personnel

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Belgian Civil Decoration for Bravery, Devotion and Philanthropy medal Reference Books and use by hunters andSilver Maltese cross, between the arms a stylised lily on a stippled ground; the face and reverse identical with the monogram of King Leopold I in a central medallion; on original ribbon. The decoration was instituted on 21st July 1867 and may be awarded to both Belgians and foreigners for notable acts benefiting a citizen of Belgium. The decoration comprises five ranks: first and second class crosses and gold, silver, and bronze medals.