Defender of the Motherland Medal
| "Defender of the Motherland" Medal | |
|---|---|
"Defender of the Motherland" Medal (since 2015) | |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Awarded for | liberation of Ukraine from Nazi occupation, for personal courage and bravery while protecting the public interest, and strengthening the defense and security of Ukraine |
| Presented by | Ukraine |
| Eligibility | War veterans, Ukrainian or foreign citizens |
| Established | 8 October 1999 |
Ribbon bar of the Medal (since 2015) | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Medal "For Irreproachable Service" |
| Next (lower) | Medal for Lifesaving |
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The "Defender of the Motherland" Medal (Ukrainian: Медаль «Захиснику Вітчизни») is a commemorative medal awarded by Ukraine. It was established on 8 October 1999 by presidential decree № 1299.