Military Cross GV Orders & Decorations Originally issued in silver to

Originally issued in silver to all ranks

The VC is made from the bronze of Russian guns captured at Sebastopol

It recognises the vital contribution of those who worked tirelessly to protect their nations between 3 September 1939 and 8 May 1945 (Europe) and up to 2 September 1945 (the Far East)

The General Service Medal 1962 - 2007 is commonly known as the Campaign Service Medal 1962 as was awarded with a minimum of one campaign clasp (in the instance 'South Vietnam') and it is believed that a maximum of six clasp have been awarded on one medal

instituted at the same time as the DFC and which was also later made available to other ranks of the RN and Army

Military Cross GV Orders & Decorations Originally issued in silver toThe Military Cross, awarded across all ranks of the RN, RM, Army, and RAF in recognition of exemplary gallantry during active operations against the enemy on land.