Étoile Civique


The Étoile Civique was created by the Académie française in order to reward dedication to people and honor behavior and actions which attest this.

History

Created in 1930 and named Mérite Civique, it became Étoile Civique by the Journal Officiel de la République Française n° 292, page 11672 of 12 December 1968. It awards bravery and dedication to people and honor behavior and actions which attest this.
Distinguishing those who contribute to the enrichment of the community, improvement of social life, progress of Humanity, it is particularly interested in those whose lives are all of hard work, selflessness, sacrifice and will remain confined in anonymity without this award.
The Étoile Civique has three main goals:
This distinction has four levels : bronze, silver, gold and silver-gilt.
The medal contains the following: « Honorer les vertus civiques – Servir le prestige national ». On the reverse, it is written : « l'Étoile Civique en reconnaissance à... Promotion... ». Degree with the same registration is also awarded.

Notable recipients