The George Cross (GC) is the second highest decoration of the United Kingdom honours system which includes some countries of the Commonwealth of Nations. The GC is ranked after the Victoria Cross (VC) and is the highest gallantry award for civilians and military personnel for actions which are not in the face of the enemy.
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“Although its growth may seem to have been slow, it is to be remembered that it is not a shrub, or plant, to shoot up in the summer and wither in the frosts. The Red Cross is a part of us—it has come to stay—and like the sturdy oak, its spreading branches shall yet encompass and shelter the relief of the nation.”
—Clara Barton (1821–1912)