George VI23 September 1940
Initiates the George Cross as the highest award for bravery for citizens
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Initiates the George Cross as the highest award for bravery for citizens
The George Cross is instituted King George VI, during the height of the Blitz, there was a strong desire to reward the many acts of civilian courage
The George Cross is instituted King George VI, during the height of the Blitz, designed by Percy Metcalfe
Awards the George Cross to the Island of Malta
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