George Cross
The George Cross (GC) is the highest civilian award for bravery, and ranks as second only to the Victoria Cross. It may be awarded to members of the armed forces for acts of heroism not in the presence of the enemy. A miniature of this award is also worn in undress.
- Lance Corporal Matthew Croucher, Royal Marines Reserve, July 2008
- Staff Sergeant Kim Spencer Hughes, The Royal Logistic Corps, March 2010
- Staff Sergeant Olaf Sean George Schmid, The Royal Logistic Corps, March 2010 (killed in action)
- Corporal Mark William Wright, The Parachute Regiment, December 2006 (killed in action)
Read more about this topic: List Of British Gallantry Awards For The War In Afghanistan
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“If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”
—Bible: New Testament, Mark 8:34,5.
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