Order of Duke Domagoj
The Order of Duke Domagoj (Croatian: Red kneza Domagoja) is the 8th most important medal given by the Republic of Croatia and is the nation's highest award for bravery. The order was founded on April 1, 1995. The medal is awarded for valor in combat. It is named after duke Domagoj of Croatia.
| Order of Duke Domagoj Red kneza Domagoja | |
|---|---|
Order of Duke Domagoj | |
| Type | Military decoration |
| Awarded for | ... the demonstration of outstanding bravery and heroism in war, the direct threat of war, or in exceptional circumstances in peace. |
| Description | Gold, naked, kneeling archer in centre of silver oval inscribed "KNEZ DOMAGOJ" (Duke Domagoj) |
| Presented by | Republic of Croatia |
| Eligibility | Croatian and foreign citizens. |
| Status | Currently awarded. |
| Established | 10 March 1995 |
| First awarded | 1995 |
| Last awarded | 2013 |
| Total | 566 (as of 6 Mar 2013) |
| Total awarded posthumously | 90 |
| Total recipients | 551 |
Ribbon of the Order of Duke Domagoj | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Order of Duke Branimir |
| Next (lower) | Order of Nikola Šubić Zrinski |
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