What is Order of the White Eagle (Poland)?
[[File:Order of the White Eagle badge (Republic of Poland 1921-1939) - Tallinn Museum of Orders.jpg|right|frameless]] The '''Order of the White Eagle''' ({{lang-pl|Order Orła Białego}}) is [[Poland]]'s highest [[Order (decoration)|decoration]] awarded to both civilians and the military for their service. It was officially created on 1 November 1705 by [[Augustus II the Strong]]. It was given to eight of his closest, diplomatic and political supporters. It is awarded to the most respected [[Poles]] and the highest-ranking representatives of foreign countries. The Order of the White Eagle is attached to a blue ribbon hung over the left shoulder to the right side. The star of the Order, once sown, is worn on the left side of the chest. [[Category:Order of the White Eagle (Poland)]] {{Europe-stub}}