| The Bronze Lion was created in
1944 and is intended for servicemen who have distinguished themselves
for the benefit of the Dutch State through carrying out actions against
the enemy that are characterised by exceptional bravery and leadership.
In addition to Dutch servicemen, the Bronze Lion can be conferred on
Dutch citizens and foreign nationals.
Decoration nominations for the Bronze Lion are assessed
by the Bravery Decorations Commission of the Ministry of Defence. The
minister of Defence makes the recommendation to the head of state, who
ratifies the appointment in a Royal decree.
Some 1210 people have received the Bronze Lion since 1944.
Design: A cross in bronze, covered by a round shield. On
the front, it has a relief of the crowned Dutch Lion. The reverse is
smooth. The cross is attached to a 37 millimetre wide ribbon, divided
into nine equal vertical stripes, alternately orange and 'Nassau blue';
the strips on either edge are Nassau blue. People who have already been
awarded the Bronze Lion and who subsequently receive the decoration
again for similar action wear the number '2' in gold on the ribbon of
the Bronze Lion. For the next similar action, the number is increased
to '3'.
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The Bronze Lion |
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