This article is about the decorations of the Romanian Armed Forces.
The Ministry of National Defence of Romanian awards honorific decorations to show appreciation for conduct in mission. This decorations are not included in the Romanian System of Orders and Medals.
The decorations consist of emblems, honorific insignia, plaques, honorific titles, and service distinctions. [1]
Awarded on the occasion of the anniversary of special events
Awarded to special units, or graduation series.
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