The Order of Nikola Šubić Zrinski (Croatian: Red Nikole Šubića Zrinskog) is the 9th most important medal given by the Republic of Croatia. The order was founded on April 1, 1995. The medal is awarded for a heroic act in war or imminent danger of war, or exceptional circumstances in peace.[1] It is named after the ban of Croatia Nikola IV Zrinski.
Order of Nikola Šubić Zrinski Red Nikole Šubića Zrinskog | |
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Type | Military |
Awarded for | a heroic act in war or imminent danger of war, or exceptional circumstances in peace. |
Presented by | Republic of Croatia |
Eligibility | Croatian and foreign citizens |
Status | Active |
Established | 1 April 1995 |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Order of Duke Domagoj |
Next (lower) | Order of Ban Jelačić |
See also
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edit- ^ Croatian Parliament (1995-03-24). "Zakon o odlikovanjima i priznanjima Republike Hrvatske". Narodne novine (in Croatian) (1995/20). Retrieved 2011-11-16.