"Defender of the Motherland" Medal | |
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Type | Commemorative medal |
Awarded for | liberation of Ukraine from Nazi occupation, for personal courage and bravery while protecting the public interest, and strengthening the defense and security of Ukraine |
Presented by | Ukraine |
Eligibility | War veterans, Ukrainian or foreign citizens |
Established | 8 October 1999[1] |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Medal "For Irreproachable Service"[1] |
Next (lower) | Medal for Lifesaving |
The "Defender of the Motherland" Medal (Ukrainian: Медаль «Захиснику Вітчизни») is a commemorative medal awarded by Ukraine. It was established on 8 October 1999 by presidential decree № 1299.[1]