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Conspicuous Service Cross (Australia)
The Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) is a decoration (medal) of the Australian honours system. It is awarded to members of the Australian Defence Force "for outstanding devotion to duty or outstanding achievement in the application of exceptional skills, judgment or dedication, in non-warlike situations". In November 2019, 1129 people were listed as recipients. All ranks are eligible for the award. History The Conspicuous Service Cross was introduced in 1989 to acknowledge outstanding achievement and performance of duty in non-warlike circumstances. Previously, there had been no option for such recognition other than using awards within the Order of Australia. Description * The medal is a nickel-silver modified Maltese Cross with each axis measuring 38 millimetres, ensigned with the Crown of Saint Edward in nickel-silver, with the arms of the cross interspersed with fluted rays. The obverse bears a central device of the Southern Cross surrounded by a laurel wreath. * The back ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2011 Australia Day Honours
The 2011 Australia Day Honours are appointments to various orders and honours to recognise and reward good works by Australian citizens. The list was announced on 26 January 2011 by the governor general of Australia, Quentin Bryce. The Australia Day Honours are the first of the two major annual honours lists, the first announced to coincide with Australia Day (26 January), with the other being the Queen's Birthday Honours, which are announced on the second Monday in June. † indicates an award given posthumously. Order of Australia Companion (AC) General Division Military Division Officer (AO) General Division Military Division Member (AM) General Division Military Division Medal (OAM) General Division Military Division Meritorious Service Public Service Medal (PSM) Australian Police Medal (APM) Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) Ambulance Service Medal (ASM) Emergency Services Medal (ESM) Gallantry, Conspicuous and Distinguished Service Star of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |