The Order of the 6th of June (Orden 6 de Junio) is a prestigious Cuban honor established on July 13, 1988, under Decree-Law No. 105. This order recognizes the dedication, bravery, and exceptional achievements of members of the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) in their efforts to safeguard the security and stability of the Cuban state.
The order derives its name from the Battle of Guantánamo Bay, fought from June 6 to June 10, 1898, during the Cuban War of Independence and the Spanish-American War. This battle, a significant conflict in the fight for Cuban sovereignty, symbolizes resilience and the struggle for freedom, values that the order seeks to honor in its recipients. By honoring both individual and collective accomplishments, the award fosters a culture of excellence, discipline, and patriotism among those responsible for maintaining internal order.
The Order of the 6th of June is conferred in two classes, reflecting the level of distinction and impact of the recipient’s contributions.
The Order of the 6th of June Criteria
The Order of the 6th of June is awarded to:
- Active and retired members of the Ministry of the Interior: Honoring individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary merit and dedication in fulfilling their entrusted missions.
- Units of the Ministry of the Interior: Recognizing collective efforts that have resulted in significant successes in operations or initiatives aimed at protecting the state and maintaining internal order.
Recipients are acknowledged for:
- Exceptional performance in assigned missions: Successfully accomplishing tasks critical to state security and internal peace.
- Significant contributions to state security or internal order: Upholding the safety and sovereignty of Cuba through strategic and operational excellence.
- Relevant successes in their field of work: Achievements that stand out as benchmarks of professionalism, loyalty, and efficiency.
