Conspicuous Gallantry Medal | |
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Type | Military decoration |
Awarded for | Gallantry in action |
Presented by | UK and Commonwealth |
Eligibility | British and formerly Commonwealth forces |
Status | Discontinued 1993 |
Established | 13 September 1855 Re-established: 7 July 1874 |
Total | Victoria: 63 Edward VII: 2 George V: 110 (& 1 bar) George VI: 191 Elizabeth II: 3 Total: 369[1] |
Ribbon bar: Pre and post 1921 | |
Order of Wear | |
Next (higher) | Distinguished Conduct Medal[2] |
Next (lower) | George Medal[2] |
The Conspicuous Gallantry Medal (CGM) was, until 1993, a British military decoration for gallantry in action for petty officers and seamen of the Royal Navy, including Warrant Officers and other ranks of the Royal Marines. It was formerly awarded to personnel of other Commonwealth countries. In 1943 a Royal Air Force version was created for conspicuous gallantry in action against the enemy in the air.
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