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New Zealand Gallantry Medal

The New Zealand Gallantry Medal (NZGM) is the fourth level military decoration of the New Zealand armed forces. It was instituted by Royal Warrant on 20 September 1999 as part of the new indigenous New Zealand Gallantry system. The medal, which may be awarded posthumously, is granted in recognition of 'acts of gallantry' while involved in war and warlike operational service (including peacekeeping).

New Zealand Gallantry Medal

The New Zealand Gallantry Medal (obverse and reverse)

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New Zealand Gallantry Medal
Period
1999
Region
New Zealand

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The New Zealand Gallantry Medal (NZGM) is the fourth level military decoration of the New Zealand armed forces. It was instituted by Royal Warrant on 20 September 1999 as part of the new indigenous New Zealand Gallantry system. The medal, which may be awarded posthumously, is granted in recognition of 'acts of gallantry' while involved in war and warlike operational service (including peacekeeping).

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