Medal of Courage

עיטור העוז
Medal of Courage
TypeMilitary decoration
Awarded for"Performing a valorous and life-risking deed while executing a combat role"
Presented byIsrael Defense Forces
EligibilitySoldiers of the Israel Defense Forces
StatusCurrently awarded
Established1970; 54 years ago (1970)
First awarded1973
Total220
Total recipients218
Medal of Courage ribbon
Precedence
Next (higher)Medal of Valor
Next (lower)Medal of Distinguished Service

The Medal of Courage (Hebrew: עיטור העוז, Itur HaOz) is an Israeli military decoration. The medal is awarded for carrying out acts of gallantry at the risk of life, during combat duty. The medal was established in 1970 (though it has been given retroactively) by act of law in the Knesset.