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List of military awards and decorations of World War II

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The Arctic Star medal recognises service between 1941 and 1945 delivering vital aid to the Soviet Union, running the gauntlet of enemy submarine, air and surface ship attacks.

This list of military awards and decorations of World War II is an index to articles on notable military awards presented by the combatants during World War II.

Allied Powers

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Australia

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Belgium

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France

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Greece

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Kingdom of Italy (1943–1945)

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Luxembourg

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Netherlands

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Poland

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Soviet Union

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In the Soviet Union orders and medals were also awarded to cities, factories, ships and military units.

United Kingdom

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United States

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Yugoslavia

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Axis Powers and their allies

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Finland

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Nazi Germany

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Fascist Italy (1940–1943)

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Romania

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Non-Participants

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Israel

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References

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  1. ^ "Awards for military - service towards the establishment of the State of Israel". Retrieved 2018-10-26.
  2. ^ "Decoration of State Warriors". mod.gov.il. Retrieved 2018-10-26.