the George Cross may be awarded posthumously

The clasp has a small hole in each corner for sewing onto the ribbon

and other non-combat aviation activities

It recognises the collective contribution and sacrifice of those who took part in the global conflict between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945

OBE Military FS Mount Only the George Cross may beThe OBE or Officer of the_Most Excellent Order of the British Empire was instituted in 1917._This is the 2nd type OBE awarded from 1936 and is awarded to the present date. The Military and civilian awards are distinguished by a white stripe down the centre of the Military award. There are five classes of appointment to the Order are, in descending order of precedence: The GBE: Knight Grand Cross or Dame Grand Cross of the Most Excellent Order of the