Provisional Government "Azad Hind" Free India 1942-1945, II Class Star with Swords

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  • II Class Star with Swords Obverse with Ribbon
  • II Class Star with Swords Reverse with Ribbon
  • II Class Star with Swords Obverse
  • II Class Star with Swords Reverse
  • II Class Star with Swords Obverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    1942
  • remarks
    Even though this award was instituted in 1942, the first awarding only occurred in 1944. Rudolf Souval was most likely the sole maker of this decoration.

History


The Decoration was originally founded by Subhas Chandra Bose to reward the Indian Legion for gallantry and valour in battle.

The Award could be conferred upon both Germans and Indians.

The Decoration was later re-instituted by the Azad Hind provisional government during its campaign in South-East Asia. The Decoration was awarded for valour in battle and for meritorious service in non-combative roles. The grades for valour in combat feature crossed swords, and the grades for non-combative service do not feature crossed swords.

The II Class Star is also known as "Vir-e-Hind" (Hero of India).

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  • Price

    $1350 USD

  • Composition

    Silvered/Gilt

  • Inscription

    Obv: AZAD HIND

  • Size

    60x60mm

  • Maker

    Rudolf Souval, Wien

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