The Bronze Cross of Zimbabwe is a gallantry decoration that was instituted in 1981 to replace the Bronze Cross of Rhodesia.[1]
| Bronze Cross of Zimbabwe | |
|---|---|
| Type | gallantry decoration |
| Awarded for | acts of conspicuous bravery in hazardous circumstances |
| Eligibility | military and civilian personnel |
| Status | currently constituted |
 Ribbon bar of the order | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Silver Cross of Zimbabwe |
| Next (lower) | Medal for Meritorious Service |
It forms part of the Zimbabwean honours system. Recipients of the Bronze Cross of Zimbabwe are entitled to the use of the post-nominal letters BCZ after their name. The ribbon is purple.[2]
Recipients
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edit- ^ "South Africa and Zimbabwe: The Freest Press in Africa?". Human Rights Documents online. March 1983. doi:10.1163/2210-7975_hrd-1323-0011. Retrieved 17 June 2022.
- ^ "ODM of Zimbabwe: Bronze Cross of Zimbabwe". medals.org.uk. Retrieved 17 June 2022.
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