The Cross of Merit for Bravery (or Krzyż Zasługi za Dzielność in Polish) is a medal of Poland awarded for selfless bravery in the defense of the law, national borders, and the life and property of citizens in especially difficult circumstances.
The medal was established on March 7, 1928 as a military-grade of the Cross of Merit. The medal was awarded until World War II and was not recognized by the post-war government. On October 16, 1992 the medal was reintroduced and is currently awarded to police officers, firefighters, and several military and civilian agencies involved in intelligence or security.
The obverse bears the words “Za Dzielność” (“For Bravery” in Polish) and the letters RP for the Republic of Poland.
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