List of military awards and decorations of World War II

The Arctic Star medal recognises service between 1941 and 1945 delivering vital aid to the Soviet Union, running the gauntlet of enemy submarine, air and surface ship attacks.

This list of military awards and decorations of World War II is an index to articles on notable military awards presented by the combatants during World War II.

Allied Powers

Australia

Belgium

France

Greece

  • Cross of Valour
  • War Cross
  • Medal of Military Merit

Kingdom of Italy (1943–1945)

Luxembourg

Netherlands

Poland

Soviet Union

In the Soviet Union orders and medals were also awarded to cities, factories, ships and military units.

United Kingdom

United States

Yugoslavia

  • Order of the National Hero
  • Order of the National Liberation
  • Order of Bravery
  • Order of the Partisan Star
  • Order of Brotherhood and Unity
  • Medal of Bravery

Axis Powers and their allies

Finland

Nazi Germany

Fascist Italy (1940–1943)

Romania

Non-Participants

Israel

References

  1. ^ "Awards for military - service towards the establishment of the State of Israel". Retrieved 2018-10-26.
  2. ^ "Decoration of State Warriors". mod.gov.il. Retrieved 2018-10-26.
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