The Order of the Virtuti Militari has been established by the King Stanislaus August. It is the highest Polish military decoration for the gallantry in the battle. There are five classes of the Order. I class - The Great Cross granted to the heads of states. II class - The Commander Cross granted to the distinguished military commanders. III class - Cavalier Cross IV class - Golden Cross V class - Silver Cross Virtuti Militari is an equivalent of the Amercian Medal of Honor and British Victoria Cross.

list of Popiels decorated with the Polish highest military order, Virtuti Militari. Data obtained form the site of professor dr. col. Zdzislaw P. Wesolowski at http://www.wwdir.com/polishbk.html . At this time we do not have detailed information on the circumstances of award or sometimes dates. If anybody can furnish these details we will appreciate it.

Interested in the order Virtuti Militari shall visit the site of professor dr. col. Zdzislaw P. Wesolowski at http://www.wwdir.com/polishbk.html

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