Awards and decorations of the Turkish Armed Forces
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Orders, decorations, and medals of Turkey are
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Civil decorations

Civil decorations were established on October 24, 1983 with the Law on Medals and Orders, Act No. 2933. They are rewarded to Turkish citizens, foreigners and organizations for distinguished service, honor and pride in contribution to the emerge of Turkish State through generous action, self-sacrifice, achievement or merit at home or abroad.


Medals


Orders


Military decorations


Medals


Orders


Former decorations

* Medal of Independence (İstiklal Madalyası)


References


External links

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