Hummingbird_Medal

Hummingbird Medal

Hummingbird Medal

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The Hummingbird Medal (abbreviated HBM or H.B.M.) is a state decoration of Trinidad and Tobago, instituted in 1969.[1] The medal is awarded for loyal and devoted service beneficial to the state in any field, or acts of conspicuous gallantry or other outstanding humane action.[2] There are three grades to the medal: bronze, silver and gold. Recipients of the medal are entitled to designate their names with the post-nominal letters "HBM".

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Recipients

For recipients of the Hummingbird Medal, see Orders, decorations, and medals of Trinidad and Tobago.

References

  1. [1]
    "Trinidad & Tobago: Humming Bird Medal". medals.org.uk. Retrieved 26 Dec 2011.
  2. [2]
    "The Hummingbird Medal". National Library and Information System. Archived from the original on 2012-04-03. Retrieved 26 Dec 2011.
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