1972 Special Honours

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As part of the British honours system, Special Honours are issued at the Monarch's pleasure at any given time. The Special Honours refer to the awards made within royal prerogative, operational honours and other honours awarded outside the New Years Honours and Birthday Honours.

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Most Excellent Order of the British Empire

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Ribbon bar of the Order of the British Empire (Military)
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Ribbon bar of the Order of the British Empire Civil)

Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)

Military Division
Army

Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Military Division
Army

Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

Military Division
Royal Navy
Army

George Medal (GM)

Royal Navy
Army

British Empire Medal for Gallantry (BEM)

Royal Navy
Army

British Empire Medal (BEM)

Distinguished Service Order (DSO)

Military Cross (MC)

Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM)

Military Medal (MM)

Mentioned in Despatches

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Palm of the Mentioned in Despatches
Army
Royal Air Force

Queen's Commendation for Brave Conduct

See also

References

  1. SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 14 February 1972
  2. SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 22 May 1972
  3. SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 2 October 1972