Druk Thuksey
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The Druk Thuksey, also transliterated as Druk Thugsey (Dzongkha for "Son of the Heart of the Thunder Dragon") is a medal
awarded by the King of Bhutan; it represents the highest civilian honor available.
Established by Jigme Dorji Wangchuck
in 1966, the Druk Thuksey can be presented to both Bhutanese citizens and foreign nationals.
Medal
A medal, or medallion, is generally a circular object that has been sculpted, molded, cast, struck, stamped, or some way rendered with an insignia, portrait, or other artistic rendering. A medal may be awarded to a person or organization as a form of recognition for athletic, military, scientific,...
awarded by the King of Bhutan; it represents the highest civilian honor available.
Established by Jigme Dorji Wangchuck
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck was the Third Druk Gyalpo of Bhutan.He began to open Bhutan to the outside world, began modernization, and took the first steps toward democratization...
in 1966, the Druk Thuksey can be presented to both Bhutanese citizens and foreign nationals.
Sources
- Bhutan: Orders and Decorations at Royal Ark