George Cross

Noun

Meaning

Britain's highest gallantry award for civilians and military personnel for actions which are not in the face of the enemy.

Australia's 2nd highest military award (no longer awarded)

New Zealand's 2nd highest military award

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

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Examples

When Mr. Dawson’s craft finally arrives on the shores of France with a fleet of St. George Cross and Union Jack adorned fishing and pleasure craft, one cannot help shed patriotic and relieved tears with Kenneth Branagh’s proudly British naval officer. Source: Internet

On 17 December 1947 their five-year-old daughter Tania received the George Cross from King George VI on behalf of her late mother. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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