Order of the Cross of July

The Order of the Cross of July (French: Ordre de la Croix de Juillet) was a French Order of Merit. It was created on December 13, 1830 by King Louis-Philippe I to thank those who had helped overthrow Charles X and establish a Constitutional monarchy. The order was intended to reward the citizens who were distinguished during the 'Glorious Three Days' (27, 28 and July 29, 1830). It included two decorations: the Cross of July and the July Medal.