Allan Border a figure of Bradman-esque dimensions to return it to its rightful and influential position on the world stage [... Border] was able to expunge many of the prejudices and preconceptions amongst his team-mates about playing cricket in the Third World [which] was another of the outstanding legacies of his captaincy. In a 2009 "Cricinfo" tribute to Border, whom he dubbed his "Favourite Cricketer", Knox wrote that my appreciation of Allan Border has increased over time. As it should. I feel that Border's legacy will grow and grow over the years, as will Brian Lara's for similar reasons. Yet while Border
Medal for Exemplary Border Service the GDR. It recognized outstanding contributions in enhancing the combat readiness and training in the performance of border guard tasks. It could be awarded more than one time. The award was presented with certificates and payment by the Deputy Minister of National Defense and the Chief of the Border Troops of the GDR. Since 1978 it has been presented on the occasion of the Anniversary of the Border Troops on December 1. It could also be presented immediately after the accomplished performance, such as the prevention of a break through at the border, even if it resulted in death of