Star of Gallantry
The Star of Gallantry (SG) is a military decoration awarded to personnel of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and other persons recognised by the Minister for Defence. It is awarded for acts of great heroism or conspicuous gallantry in action in circumstances of great peril. It is the second highest of the military gallantry awards in the Australian Honours System, only surpassed by the Victoria Cross or Victoria Cross for Australia (VC).
| Star of Gallantry | |
|---|---|
Medal and ribbon | |
| Type | Military decoration |
| Awarded for | "Acts of great heroism or conspicuous gallantry in action in circumstances of great peril" |
| Description | A gold-plated silver Federation Star. The ribbon has a design of chevrons of light orange alternating with chevrons of deep orange angled at 60 degrees. |
| Presented by | Australia |
| Eligibility | Members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and others deemed eligible by the Minister for Defence |
| Post-nominals | SG |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | 15 January 1991 |
| First awarded | 26 November 2006 |
| Last awarded | 17 July 2017 |
| Total | 8 |
| Order of Wear | |
| Next (higher) | Commander of the Royal Victorian Order |
| Next (lower) | Star of Courage |
| Related | Victoria Cross for Australia Medal for Gallantry Unit Citation for Gallantry |
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