Nine Victoria Crosses, two George Crosses and a selection of other medals were taken from a New Zealand museum early on Sunday morning, the Police said Monday.
About 100 medals, valued at around 10 million NZ dollars (7.6 million U.S. dollars), were plundered from Waiouru Army Museum, said the Police.
Among the Victoria Crosses (VCs), the nation's highest award for bravery during battle, the looted were the VC and bar awarded to famous World War 2 soldier Captain Charles Upham.
Two rare George Crosses, an Albert Medal, a Distinguished Conduct Medal and Military Medal were also taken in the burglary.
Charles Upham's daughter, Virginia Mackenzie, said the theft was distressing to her family and ultimately all New Zealanders.
Prime Minister Helen Clark said Monday the theft was a crime that "has revolted the whole country."
Police are working with army officials and have set up a joint investigation team.
A border alert has been put in place to prevent any of the medals from leaving the country.
Source: Xinhua
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