Greece: Order of the PhoenixΤάγμα ΦοίνικοςRibbon: Orange with black edges.
Instituted: 13 May 1926. Awarded: To Greek citizens who have excelled in the fields of public administration, science, arts and letters, commerce, industry and shipping. It is also conferred upon foreigners who have promoted Greece's stature abroad in the above fields. Grades: 5 - the Military division 'With Swords' was added in 1941 for bravery in wartime.
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