The Bir Sreshtho (literally, The Most Valiant Hero) is the highest military award of Bangladesh. It was awarded to seven freedom fighters who showed utmost bravery and died in action for their nation. They are considered martyrs. The other three gallantry awards are named, in increasing order of importance Bir Protik, Bir Bikrom and Bir Uttom. All of these awards were introduced immediately after the Liberation War in 1971. All the recipients of this award (Bir Sreshtho) were killed in action during the Liberation War of 1971.Award was declared by the Bangladesh Gazette 15 December,1973. |
