The award was established by Abulfaz Elchibey (the former President of Azerbaijan) on March 25, 1992 (by Decree No.

[1] This award is conferred for bravery and courage shown in defense of the sovereignty, the territorial integrity of the Republic of Azerbaijan and for the protection of its civil population.

The rear side of the medal has a flat surface and is bound with a thin fillet going along the cutout.

429, the Qizil Ulduz medal was issued to commemorate a "National Hero of Azerbaijan" after making modifications and additions to the former Decree.

[2] The inner side of the plate is covered with moiré ribbon, the colors of which correspond to the flag of Azerbaijan.