The Military Cross EIIR is a symbol of exceptional bravery and dedication, awarded to officers and warrant officers for acts of gallantry during active operations against the enemy. Read more..
The Military Cross (MC) is a British military decoration awarded to officers and warrant officers of the British and Commonwealth armed forces for acts of gallantry during active operations against the enemy. Established in 1914 during World War I, the Military Cross has been awarded in subsequent conflicts and remains an important recognition of gallantry in action. The EIIR version of the Military Cross features the royal cypher of Queen Elizabeth II.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Military Cross, personnel must be members of the British or Commonwealth armed forces, including the Army, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force, and other military organizations. The medal is awarded for acts of gallantry during active operations against the enemy, typically involving direct enemy engagement or other life-threatening situations.
Design
The Military Cross EIIR is designed as a silver cross with straight arms, featuring the royal cypher of Queen Elizabeth II (EIIR) at the center of the cross. The ends of each arm are decorated with the imperial crown. The reverse of the medal is plain, traditionally engraved with the recipient's details. Replicas are marked with the word "COPY". The cross is suspended from a plain silver suspension bar.
Ribbon
The accompanying ribbon of the Military Cross is plain white with a stripe of purple down the centre.
The Military Cross EIIR is a symbol of the exceptional bravery and dedication of officers and warrant officers of the British and Commonwealth armed forces who have displayed outstanding gallantry in action against the enemy. It is a testament to their courage, commitment, and selflessness in the face of adversity and serves as a reminder of the extraordinary acts of valor that may be called upon in the defence of their nation and its values.
