Hegseth awarded the Polish General

Gen. Guns Marek Sokołowski was honored with the Legion of Merit's order in the rank of Commander. It is 1 of the highest military awards that the US grants foreigners. The commander-in-chief of types of armed forces was given it by defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. “This is proof of the contribution to the improvement of Polish-American relations,” the military comments.

Gen. defends Marek Sokołowski was decorated while in the US. The ceremony was attended by American notables, as well as General Div. Maciej Jabłoński, deputy commander United States Army Corps V. "The honouring of the Polish General Commander with specified a advanced order class is an undeniable proof of designation for his many years of service and professionalism, as well as confirmation of his individual contribution to the improvement of the Polish-American alliance and strengthening NATO's position", we read on the profile of the General Command of Types of Armed Forces on the X site. In a akin tone, the Deputy Prime Minister, the National Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, speaks. "Congratulations to the General Commander of the R.R.S. Gen. defends Mark Sokołowski, decorated with the American Order of Legion of Merit in the rank of Commander! This is 1 of the highest U.S. distinctions for foreigners. Proof of appreciation for the distinguished service and strong alliance!" stressed the head of the MON on the X portal.

The Legion of Merit was established in 1942. It is awarded for merit in both war and peace. The discrimination is 4 degrees. The winners of the order of the lowest class, i.e. Legionaries, may be Americans and foreigners. 3 higher grades: Officer, Commander and Chief Commander are reserved for military personnel outside the US.