'The Most Valiant Hero'), is the highest military award of Bangladesh.

[1] It was awarded to seven freedom fighters who showed utmost bravery and died in action for their nation.

[3] All the recipients of this award were killed in action during the Liberation War of 1971.

It is the highest military award of Bangladesh, similar to the American Medal of Honor or the British Victoria Cross.

Note: When referring to martyrs, the word 'shaheed' is often put before each individual's name as a mark of respect.