The Order of the African Star

Ordre de l'Etoile africaine

Ribbon: Pale blue with pale yellow central stripe.

Founded: 1888 (as order of the independent state of Congo, part of Belgian system from 1908). Awards ceased in 1960 on Congo becoming independent.

Grades: 5 classes and 3 medals.

Awarded: for services to the Congo and towards the furtherance of African civilisation.

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Grand Cross (Collar) Grand Cross (Badge) Grand Cross (Star)
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Grand Officer Commander Officer
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Knight Gold Medal Silver Medal
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Bronze Medal    
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