Abstract
IN the course of his broadcast address, the King announced the institution of two new honours, the George Cross and the George Medal, to reward the performance of deeds of valour by civilians, men and women, in all walks of life. Although it is intended that awards shall be made for gallantry arising out of enemy action, it will also be given for other brave deeds. The George Cross will rank with and immediately after the Victoria Cross, and will take the place of the medal of the Order of the British Empire for Gallantry; a small military Division will permit of its award to members of the Fighting Services who have performed acts coming within the terms of the warrant. The George Medal will be given more freely, but the standard will be high.
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