George CrossThe George Cross is the second in the order of wear and is the highest gallantry award for civilians. Awarded for acts of heroism and courage in extreme danger, the George Cross may be awarded posthumously

and dedication throughout the global conflict

If you are putting together a group of medals from World War 2

Established by King George V in 1922

The Italy Star was awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth Armed Forces who served in the Italian Campaign during the Second World War

The 1914 Star World War 1 Campaign Medal with MONS Bar

it also became available to Army and RAF officers serving aboard naval vessels

This is an officially licensed Ministry of Defence replica medal

Awarded between 1930 and 1937 only 14 of this type of the DCM were awarded

A fixed ring formed into the top of the Crown

As with authentic Memorial Plaques

Service details are diamond engraved on the rim of the medal to MoD standard

The George Cross (GC) is second in the order of wear in the United Kingdom honours system