The war of liberation is an unforgettable event in the life of Bengalis. This liberation war is a great canvas of infinite courage, heroism, self-sacrifice and indescribable suffering. On that canvas was painted the charter of liberation of seven crore Bengalis. Seven of the brave, selfless and patriotic children who gained independence at the cost of their lives were awarded the title of Bir Shrestha in the post-liberation period. These children of the sun poured fresh blood on their chests and snatched the red and green flag for Bangladesh. Bir Shrestha "is the highest military medal of Bangladesh awarded for heroism. This medal is given in recognition of a warrior who has shown unparalleled courage and self-sacrifice on the battlefield. This medal has been given to seven freedom fighters who were martyred in the war of independence of Bangladesh. Other military medals of Bangladesh awarded for heroism in the order of importance are- Bir Uttam, Bir Vikram and Bir Pratik. These medals were given after the liberation war in 1971. The names of the recipients of the medal were announced in a notification published in an additional issue of Bangladesh Gazette on 15 December 1973.
The liberation war of 1971 is a golden chapter in the history of Bengal. Taking part in this liberation war, the people of Bengal have fought against the Pakistani aggressors and their local allies Jamaat-e-Islami, Al-Badr, Al-Shams and Razakars. In order to show immense heroism in the war of liberation, 6 martyred freedom fighters were given the title of highest heroism of Bangladesh.
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