King Haakon VII Freedom Medal Haakon VIIs Frihetsmedalje |
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Awarded by Norway | |
Type | Single-grade medal |
Eligibility | Norwegian or foreign military or civilian personnel |
Awarded for | Outstanding achievement during war |
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Established | 18 May 1945 |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Armed Forces Medal for Heroic Deeds |
Next (lower) | Medal for Heroic Deeds (Silver) |
Ribbon bar of the medal |
King Haakon VII's Medal of Liberty (Norwegian: Haakon VIIs Frihetsmedalje) was established on 18 May 1945. The medal is awarded to Norwegian or foreign military or civilian personnel for significant service to Norway during World War II. This service need not have been in direct contact with the enemy.