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Heroic deeds in Hesse: Awards for extraordinary commitment!
On June 21, 2025, Hesse honored courageous citizens with rescue medals and letters of honor for selflessness.
Heroic deeds in Hesse: Awards for extraordinary commitment!
In Hesse, civil courage is very important and important acts of selflessness are duly recognized. An impressive honorary event took place today, at which Prime Minister Boris Rhein honored the courage and commitment of citizens. “Selflessness and willingness to help are indispensable in our society,” emphasized Rhein, emphasizing that those honored often put their own well-being aside. Some of them even risked their lives to help others in need, as Hessen.de reports.
A number of awards were presented at this celebratory ceremony. Specifically, the brave helpers received:
- 15 Hessische Rettungsmedaillen
- 8 Ehrenbriefe des Landes Hessen
- 7 Dank- und Anerkennungsurkunden
- 19 öffentliche Belobigungen
Appreciation of the commitment
In Hesse, civic engagement enjoys particular importance – and not without reason. The awards honoring exemplary behavior are a clear sign of society's appreciation for those who stand together and help in emergency situations. The Hessian rescue medal is awarded, for example, to people who save the life of another person or avert a significant danger, thereby risking their own life. This is a testament to the extraordinary courage these people show.
There is also a public commendation, which is awarded in the form of a certificate if there was no immediate risk to the life of the rescuers. This shows that even small gestures of help deserve great recognition. The path to the award is clearly defined: Interested parties can informally send a suggestion for recognition to the Hessian State Chancellery in Wiesbaden, which will then take the necessary steps for approval, as the Hesse administrative portal describes.
Commitment to civil courage
Another important aspect is the Hessian Medal for Civil Courage, which has been awarded since 2009. This medal honors the courageous people who stand up for the values of our constitution in difficult situations and accept considerable personal disadvantages in doing so. A reflection of how important commitment to the community is.
In summary, today's event shows that in Hesse, everyday heroes are not only respected, but are also actively supported. It is people like these who save the lives of others and who more than deserve a thank you and an award. A great role model for all of us – civil courage lives!