German Democratic Republic: Hero of the German Democratic Republic

Ehrentitel Held der DDR

Ribbon: Dark red (medal always worn entire).

Instituted: 28 October 1975.

Awarded: For extraordinary achievements and contributions through heroic deeds for the GDR, which have developed and strengthened the nation, promoted its international recognition and authority and to secure its military protection.

Type 1
1975-1977		 Type 1, Obverse Type 1, Reverse
Type 2
1977-1987		 Type 2, Obverse Type 2, Reverse>
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