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 Medal for Exemplary Border Service The Medal for Exemplary Border Service () was a national award issued in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). It was established on May 28, 1954, by the Council of Ministers of the GDR () with Order No. 47/54 from the Ministry of Interior on June 16, 1954. The first presentation ceremony took place on July 1, 1954, to members of the German Border Police (). The medal was awarded to members of the Border Troops of the GDR () as well as civilians for exemplary performance and personal commitment in securing the state border of