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Decorations issued for the struggle for independence of Israel 1948-1949

Qatamon Medal  Qatamon Medal
   
Magen Yerushalaim Badge Magen Yerushalaim Badge (Defense of Jerusalem Badge)
   
Decoration "Hero of Israel" The decoration "Hero of Israel" was instituted for acts committed during the War of Independence. Twelve of these ribbons were awarded in 1949. This decoration was replaced by the Medal of Valor in 1973. Read more on the history of this rare decoration.
   
War of Independence Ribbon War of Independence Ribbon
   
ar of Independence Ribbon with clasps War of Independence Ribbon with clasps of Palmach, Decoration of State Warriors and Magen Yerushalaim Badge