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Revision as of 10:30, 16 June 2017
This is a list of orders, decorations and medals of the Republic of China, usually known as Taiwan. This list is sorted in order of precedence of the highest grade of each award on a full military dress. The Honour Sabre is a special case and is listed separately under Military orders, as per its official classification by the Ministry of National Defense.
Military orders
| Name | Grades | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
國光勳章 |
1 (Grand Cordon)[2] | Distinguished contributions to national defense | 
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8 November 1937 |
青天白日勳章 |
1 (Grand Cordon)[2] | Outstanding contributions to national defense | 
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15 May 1929 |
寶鼎勳章 |
1 (Special Grand Cordon) | Repelling foreign invasion or quelling internal unrest | 
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15 May 1929 |
| 2 (Grand Cordon) | 
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| 3 (Red Grand Cordon)[3] | 
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| 4 (Special Cravat)[4] | 
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| 5 (Cravat)[4] | 
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| 6 (Special Rosette) | 
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| 7 (Rosette) | 
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| 8 (Special Ribbon) | 
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| 9 (Ribbon) | 
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忠勇勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Bravery in combat | 
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23 September 1944 |
雲麾勳章 |
1 (Special Grand Cordon) | Contributions to the nation or quelling internal unrest | 
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15 June 1935 |
| 2 (Grand Cordon) | 
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| 3 (Yellow Grand Cordon)[3] | 
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| 4 (Special Cravat)[4] | 
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| 5 (Cravat)[4] | 
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| 6 (Special Rosette) | 
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| 7 (Rosette) | 
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| 8 (Special Ribbon) | 
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| 9 (Ribbon) | 
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忠勤勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 10 years' service in the military and meeting academic criteria | 
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23 September 1944 |
大同勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Significant contributions to the Air Force in battle or in its construction | 
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14 June 1945 |
河圖勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Bravery in combat with 1,800 hours of flight time or 600 missions in the Air Force | 
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14 June 1945 |
洛書勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Bravery in combat with 1,500 hours of flight time or 500 missions in the Air Force | 
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14 June 1945 |
乾元勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Bravery in combat with 1,200 hours of flight time or 400 missions in the Air Force | 
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14 June 1945 |
復興榮譽勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 9 kills, 900 hours of flight time or 300 missions in the Air Force | 
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3 December 1937 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | 6 kills, 750 hours of flight time or 250 missions in the Air Force | 
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| 3 (Ribbon) | 3 kills, 600 hours of flight time or 200 missions in the Air Force | 
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抗戰勝利勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Contributions to the Chinese nation during the Second Sino-Japanese War | 
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10 October 1945 |
國民革命軍誓師十週年紀念勳章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Officers who hold the rank of Major General or above and who have commanded a Division-level unit or above, and took the oath to unify the country in 1926, Guangdong. | 
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8 July 1936 |
| Name | Grades[5] | Awarded for | Instituted |
|---|---|---|---|
醒獅勳刀 |
1 (9 Lions, yellow tassel) | Already-highly decorated officers who are deserving of more commendation | 23 November 1931 |
| 2 (7 Lions, blue tassel) | |||
| 3 (5 Lions, red tassel) |
Military medals
General Armed Forces medals
| Name | Grades[6] | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
陸海空軍獎章 |
A-1 (Ribbon) | Outstanding performance or exhibiting special technical skills | 
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15 August 1929 |
| A-2 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-1 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-2 (Ribbon) | 
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光華獎章 |
A-1 (Ribbon) | Outstanding performance or exhibiting special technical skills | 
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7 September 1937 |
| A-2 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-1 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-2 (Ribbon) | 
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干城獎章 |
A-1 (Ribbon) | Outstanding performance or exhibiting special technical skills | 
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7 September 1937 |
| A-2 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-1 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-2 (Ribbon) | 
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忠貞獎章 |
1 (Ribbon and Stars)[8] | Soldiers who are wounded in combat. | 
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Dec 1945 |
莒光獎章 |
A-1 (Ribbon) | Significant contributions to the Armed Forces in the areas of technology, logistics and finance. | 
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12 June 1971 |
| A-2 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-1 (Ribbon) | 
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| B-2 (Ribbon) | 
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抗戰勝利獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Contributions during the Second Sino-Japanese War. | 
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8 January 1946 |
Army medals
| Name | Grades[6] | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
陸光獎章 |
A (Ribbon) | Being victorious in combat, proactively render assistance to friendly troops, and other significant contributions. | 
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5 May 1958 |
| B (Ribbon) | 
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金甌獎章 |
A (Ribbon) | Significant contributions such as destroying enemy forces, securing the border, preventing rebellions or participation in military projects | 
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5 May 1958 |
| B (Ribbon) | 
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虎賁獎章 |
A (Ribbon) | Significant contributions during battle, such as destroying enemy fortifications, routing enemy reinforcements, and assisting the main force in combat. | 
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5 May 1958 |
| B (Ribbon) | 
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弼亮獎章 |
A (Ribbon) | Significant contributions in research. | 
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5 May 1958 |
| B (Ribbon) | 
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景風獎章 |
A (Ribbon) | Being corruption-free and highly productive. | 
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5 May 1958 |
| B (Ribbon) | 
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寶星獎章 |
1-9 (Ribbon and Stars) | 1 Star for every 3 years of service and meeting academic requirements, up to 9 Stars. | 
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5 May 1958 |
Navy medals
| Name | Grades | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
海光獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Contributions in command or combat, for conspicuous gallantry and those wounded on duty. | 
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19 July 1951 |
海功獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Contributions in combat. | 
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19 July 1951 |
海勳獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Contributions to military strategy, military literature and technological research. | 
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19 July 1951 |
海績獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Meeting labour service requirements. | 
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19 July 1951 |
海風獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Those with good moral character, or for excellent performance during exercises or parades. | 
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19 July 1951 |
陸戰獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Contributions in combat, training, or research. | 
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30 August 1972 |
Air Force medals
| Name | Grades[6] | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
星序獎章 |
1 (9 Stars) | 9 kills. | NA | 5 May 1938 |
| 2 (8 Stars) | 8 kills. | NA | ||
| 3 (7 Stars) | 7 kills. | NA | ||
| 4 (6 Stars) | 6 kills. | NA | ||
| 5 (5 Stars) | 5 kills. | NA | ||
| 6 (4 Stars) | 4 kills. | NA | ||
| 7 (3 Stars) | 3 kills. | NA | ||
| 8 (2 Stars) | 2 kills. | NA | ||
| 9 (1 Star) | 1 kill. | NA | ||
鵬舉獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 540 flight hours or 180 missions. | NA | 14 June 1945 |
雲龍獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 480 flight hours or 160 missions. | NA | 14 June 1945 |
飛虎獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 420 flight hours or 140 missions. | NA | 14 June 1945 |
翔豹獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 360 flight hours or 120 missions. | NA | 14 June 1945 |
雄鷲獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 300 flight hours or 100 missions. | NA | 14 June 1945 |
彤弓獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | 180 flight hours or 60 missions. | NA | 14 June 1945 |
宣威獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Service to the Air Force. | NA | 2 March 1939 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
| 3 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
懋績獎章 |
A-1 (Ribbon) | Distinguished service in the areas of research, training, competitions and inspections. | NA | 8 April 1943 |
| A-2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
| B-1 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
| B-2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
楷模獎章 |
A-1 (Ribbon) | Good conduct. | NA | 8 April 1943 |
| A-2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
| B-1 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
| B-2 (Ribbon) | NA |
Victory medals
| Name | Grades | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
績學獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Achievement in academic competitions. | NA | 1 August 1935 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
射擊獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Achievement in marksmanship competitions. | NA | 1 August 1935 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
騎術獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Achievement in riding competitions. | NA | 1 August 1935 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
操舟獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Achievement in rowing competitions. | NA | 1 August 1935 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
飛行獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Achievement in aviation competitions. | NA | 1 August 1935 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
特技獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Achievement in martial arts or sports competitions. | NA | 1 August 1935 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA | |||
修護獎章 |
1 (Ribbon) | Excellence in maintenance work. | NA | 19 July 1971 |
| 2 (Ribbon) | NA |
Commemorative and Service awards
| Name | Grades | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 功標 | ||||
士官士兵榮譽紀念章 |
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抗戰勝利紀念章 |
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| 蔣委員長西安蒙難紀念章 | ||||
| 作戰負傷榮譽紀念章 | ||||
| 克難英雄紀念章 | ||||
| 國防部服務紀念章 | ||||
| 外島地區服務紀念章 | ||||
| 艱苦地區服務紀念章 | ||||
| 各軍種服務紀念章 | ||||
| 軍紀競賽個人優勝榮譽標 | ||||
| 榮譽旗旗標 | 1 | Loyalty and bravery.[10] | ||
| 陸海空軍官校榮譽旗旗標 |
Civilian orders
| Name | Grades | Awarded for | Ribbon bar | Instituted[1] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
采玉勳章 |
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2 December 1933 |
中山勳章 |
1 (Grand Cordon) | Contributions to national development. | NA | 12 February 1941 |
中正勳章 |
1 (Grand Cordon) | 1. Implementation of the Three Principles of the People 2. National development 3. Revival of Chinese culture 4. Implementation of democratic reforms |
NA | 11 January 1980 |
卿雲勳章 |
1 (Special Grand Cordon) | Contributions to national and societal development. | 
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12 February 1941 |
| 2 (Grand Cordon) | 
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| 3 (Green Grand Cordon) | 
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| 4 (Special Cravat) | 
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| 5 (Cravat) | 
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| 6 (Special Rosette) | 
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| 7 (Rosette) | 
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| 8 (Special Ribbon) | 
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| 9 (Ribbon) | 
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景星勳章 |
1 (Special Grand Cordon) | Contributions to national and societal development. | 
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12 February 1941 |
| 2 (Grand Cordon) | 
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| 3 (Green Grand Cordon) | 
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| 4 (Special Cravat) | 
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| 5 (Cravat) | 
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| 6 (Special Rosette) | 
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| 7 (Rosette) | 
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| 8 (Special Ribbon) | 
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| 9 (Ribbon) | 
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| NA | NA | NA | NA |
Defunct orders
Prior to the modern system, the Republican government established numerous orders that are now defunct.
Nanjing Era
After the founding of the Republic, the Nanjing Provisional Government established the following orders in 1912:
- Order of the Nine Tripods (九鼎勳章): 9 grades, a military decoration.
- Order of Tiger and Bear (虎羆勳章): 9 grades, a military decoration.
- Order of the Waking Lion (醒獅勳章): 9 grades, mixed military and civilian decoration.
Beiyang Era
The Beijing government re-established the honour system with the following orders:
- The Grand Order (大勳章): for ceremonial use by the Head of State.
- Badge of Mongolian, Hui and Tibetan Nobility (蒙回藏爵章): 5 grades, awarded to lords of Mongolia, Xinjiang and Tibet who bore Qing dynasty princely and ducal titles. The grades of this order correspond to Qing's princely ranks.
- Order of Rank and Merit (勳位章): 5 grades, highest general decoration.
- Order of Precious Brilliant Golden Grain (寶光嘉禾勳章): 5 grades and 6 classes, awarded only to high-level officials.
- Order of the Golden Grain (嘉禾勳章): 9 grades, civilian decoration.
- Order of the White Eagle (白鷹勳章): 9 grades.
- Order of the Striped Tiger (文虎勳章): 9 grades, military decoration.
- Order of Cloud and Crane (雲鶴勳章)
- Order of the Golden Lion (金獅勳章)
- Order of the Nebula (星雲勳章)
- Order of the Begonia (棠勳章)
- Medal of Compassion (慈惠章): awarded to women in charitable works.
Various warlords also issued their own orders and commemorative medals.
Notes
- ^ a b c d e f g h Date of institution given is of the first incarnation of the award. Changes since then of the design and/or grades are noted separately. Dates of institution obtained from Ministry of National Defense and Office of the President, see References below.
- ^ a b The Order of National Glory and Order of Blue Sky and White Sun had a Rosette device until 19 November 1980
- ^ a b The Order of Precious Tripod, 3rd Class and Order of Resplendent Banner, 3rd Class had no device prior to 19 November 1980
- ^ a b c d The Special Cravat and Cravat grades are neck orders.
- ^ Prior to 1 August 1935 the Honour Sabre was presented in nine grades, from 9 stars to 1 star, respectively. On the current design, lions are carved in golden relief on the scabbard and hilt.
- ^ a b c For all medals with A and B grades, A grade medals are awarded to officers holding the rank of Major or above, and B grade medals are awarded to soldiers of ranks including and below Captain.
- ^ a b c d First time recipients receive the Second Class of the medal, second time recipients receive the First Class of the medal, and further decorations are to be denoted with award stars.
- ^ First time recipients receive 1 silver star; Second time recipients 2 silver stars; Third time 3 silver stars; Beyond 3, every 3 silver stars is exchanged for a gold star.
- ^ a b First time recipients receive the Second Class of the medal and second time recipients receive the First Class of the medal.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2007-09-30. Retrieved 2006-08-30.
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References
- Explanation of Decorations. Department of Public Service, Ministry of National Defense, ROC.
- Orders, Decorations and Medals of Taiwan (Republic of China). Medals of the World.
- National Seal and Orders. Office of the President, Republic of China (Taiwan).
