Order of Freedom and Independence
The Order of Freedom and Independence (Korean: 자유독립훈장; MR: Chayu Tongnip Hunchang / Jayu Tongnip Hunjang) is one of the highest North Korean orders. It is divided into two classes: the first class is awarded to commanders and partisan units of brigades, divisions, and higher military groups for bravery, courage, and auspicious command of military operations. The second class is awarded to the commanders of partisan regiments, battalions, companies, and detachments, as well as to civil professionals employed in the industry for the military. The order is awarded with the Order of the National Flag of the same rank.
| Order of Freedom and Independence 자유독립훈장 (自由獨立勳章) | |
|---|---|
Collar and Star of the Order of Freedom and Independence | |
| Type | Order |
| Awarded for | Military achievements |
| Country | North Korea |
| Presented by | The Democratic People's Republic of Korea |
| Campaign(s) | Korean War |
| Motto | "조국을 위하여" (For the Fatherland) |
| Status | Active |
| Established | 7 July 1950 |
| Total | 227 (First Class) 7746 (Second Class) |
| First and second class ribbons | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Order of the National Flag |
| Related | Order of the National Flag |
| Order of Freedom and Independence | |
| Chosŏn'gŭl | 자유독립훈장 |
|---|---|
| Hancha | 自由獨立勳章 |
| Revised Romanization | Jayu Dongnip Hunjang |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chayu Tongnip Hunchang |
The order was instituted on 7 July 1950, during the Korean War.
Two variants have been made: one Soviet-made with a twisting mechanism for attachment and a North Korean-made with a pin.