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The 1st man to win this highest British military medal was sailor Charles Lucas in 1854 for actions during the Crimean War |
the Victoria Cross
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$2,000 |
DJ |
MILITARY FIRSTS |
2014-09-17 |
#6898 |
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Britain's George Cross can go to civilians; this cross given for valor is only for military personnel |
Victoria Cross
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$800 |
J |
MEDALS & DECORATIONS |
2014-04-15 |
#6817 |
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While the George Cross is inscribed "For Gallantry", this British cross is inscribed "For Valor" |
Victoria Cross
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$800 |
DJ |
MEDALS & DECORATIONS |
2000-02-24 |
#3569 |
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This decoration for heroism, instituted in 1856, is Great Britain's highest honor |
the Victoria Cross
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$1,000 |
DJ |
MEDALS & DECORATIONS |
1996-03-15 |
#2665 |
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A Briton who displays initials "V.C." after his name has received this medal |
the Victoria Cross
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$400 |
J |
MEDALS & DECORATIONS |
1986-01-27 |
#361 |