Order of the Pioneers of Liberia

The Order of the Pioneers of Liberia or more formally Grand Order of the Most Venerable Order of the Knighthood of the Pioneers of the Republic of Liberia is an order presented by the government of Liberia. The order may be presented to Liberian or foreign citizens for outstanding and distinguished service in international affairs, government, religion, art, science or commerce, and also for singular acts of philanthropy and deeds of heroism and valor.[1]

Grand Order of the Most Venerable Order of the Knighthood of the Pioneers of the Republic of Liberia
Country Liberia
EligibilityLiberian and foreign citizens
Awarded forOutstanding and distinguished service in international affairs, government, religion, art, science or commerce, also for singular acts of philanthropy and deeds of heroism and valor.[1]
Statistics
Established1955
Precedence
Next (higher)Humane Order of African Redemption
Next (lower)Order of the Star of Africa

Ribbon of the order

Classes

The Order is presented in the following five classes:

  • Grand Cordon
  • Knight Commander
  • Commander
  • Officer
  • Knight

Recipients

References
  1. Browne Sr., Spencer D. (1 March 2012). "The Ambassador's National Honour". Liberian Observer. Retrieved 20 November 2012.
  2. Jenkins, Ruth (6 November 1965). "Bishop Harris Buried Near the Grave of the Unknown Soldier". The Afro American. Retrieved 20 November 2012.
  3. "Liberia Honours Nigerian leader". pmnewsnigeria.com/. Independent Communications Network Ltd. Retrieved 20 November 2012.
  4. "Presidency". Johnakufuorfoundation.org. Archived from the original on 4 April 2012. Retrieved 20 November 2012.
  5. "Citation for Thelma Catherine Patricia Nixon, Wife of Richard Milhous Nixon, President of the United States of America" (PDF). Nixon Presidential Library and Museum. 3 January 1971. Retrieved 20 November 2012. External link in |work= (help)
  6. "Namibian Leader Receives Liberia's Highest Honor". Executive Mansion. Government of the Republic of Liberia. Retrieved 20 November 2012. External link in |work= (help)
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