Conspicuous Gallantry Medal EIIRThe Conspicuous Gallantry Medal GV._The first world war saw the greatest number of CGMs awarded (110) and the only bar ever awarded to the CGM was awarded to Arthur Robert Blore who had been awarded the CGM in Gallipoli and his bar in France._ Along with the Edward VII issue, there have only been two awards of the CGM during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. CPO Diver Philip Hammond RN for services during the Gulf War of 1990 91, and the posthumous

As this is a peacekeeping rather than campaign medal

Instituted in 1918 at the same time as the AFC this was to reward NCO's and men of the RAF for courage or devotion to duty whilst flying but not in operational areas

Afghanistan since 11th September 2001 and Democratic Republic of Congo 14th June 2003 - 10th September 2003

the Arctic Star serves as a lasting tribute to one of the most demanding campaigns of the Second World War

The second of two types awarded under George V

It recognises the determination and sacrifice of those who took part in operations in Sicily

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Suitable for replacement

This medal may not be worn by UK personnel

CSM 1962-2007 with clasps Northern Ireland 14th August 1969 - 31st July 2007

NCO's and other ranks of the Royal Marines and all other personnel holding corresponding ranks in the naval forces

131 with one bar and 2 with 2 bars