Star of Courage
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The Star of Courage may refer to one of a number of decorations:
- The Star of Courage (Australia)Star of Courage (Australia)The Star of Courage is a bravery decoration awarded to Australians. It is awarded for acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril. The SC was created on 14 February 1975. The decoration recognises acts of bravery by members of the community. They selflessly put themselves in...
, the second-highest civil award of Australia - The Star of Courage (Canada)Star of Courage (Canada)The Star of Courage is a decoration that is, within the Canadian system of honours, the second highest award for bravery, and one of the three Canadian Bravery Decorations gifted by the Canadian monarch, generally through his or her viceroy-in-Council...
, the second-highest civil award of Canada