Order of the Crown

Ordre de la Couronne

  • Order instituted on 15 October 1897 by King Leopold II.
  • The order was first intended to recognize heroic deeds and distinguished service achieved for service in the Congo Free State. Currently, the Order of the Crown is awarded to civil and military personnel for services rendered to the Belgian state.
  • Order have five classes, plus two palms and three medals.

 

 

Belgium