Medal of Independence (Turkey) explained

Medal of Independence
İstiklal Madalyası
Presenter:Grand National Assembly of Turkey
Type:Commemorative medal
Awarded For:Turkish Independence
Established:29 November 1920
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Medal of Independence (Turkish: İstiklal Madalyası) was a special military decoration issued in limited number by Grand National Assembly of Turkey in accordance with the Act 66 of November 29, 1920. It was awarded to military personnel and civilians, who had made important contributions to the country during the Turkish War of Independence. Also upon the flags of all the regiments of the Turkish National Forces, which took part in the campaigns during the occupation of Izmir between May 15, 1919 and September 9, 1922, were bestowed a medal.[1]

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  1. http://www.mevzuat.adalet.gov.tr/html/339.html Regulations-Ministry of Justice