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State of Kedah Star of Valour

The State of Kedah Star of Valour (Bahasa Melayu: Bintang Keberanian Negeri Kedah) is the supreme honorific war decoration of the Sultanate of Kedah.

It is the Kedahan equivalent of the Victoria Cross (military recipients) and the George Cross (civilian recipients).

History

It was founded by Sultan Badlishah of Kedah on 30 October 1952.

Recipients

It is as a reward for acts of supreme valour performed by the military or civilians (in uniformed organizations or not) in circumstances of extreme danger during peacetime or war. There should be at least two witnesses to a candidate's deed. This award may be conferred posthumously.

Classes

It is awarded in one class:

  • Star - Post-nominal letters : BKK

Insignia

It composed of a bronze star hung from a dark red ribbon with a central dark blue stripe. Photos : 1 & 2

References