Royal Award Ceremony

"Let us take a moment to honor the lost souls of Alderaan. To honor Viceroy Bail Organa and Queen Breha Organa. May they forever be remembered."

- Leia Organa

Shortly after the Battle of Yavin, a medal ceremony was held in the Great Temple of Massassi on Yavin 4. The ceremony honored Luke Skywalker, the Rebel pilot who fired the shot that destroyed the Death Star during the battle, as well as Han Solo, who helped Skywalker during the battle. The two were presented with medals of valor by Princess Leia Organa. The ceremony also honored those who died when the Death Star destroyed Alderaan. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Rebel General Jan Dodonna announced that the Rebellion would be evacuating its base and finding a new one.

Appearances

 * Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope
 * A New Hope Read-Along Storybook and CD
 * Star Wars: Princess Leia, Part I