1993 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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Knight Bachelor

Most Excellent Order of the British Empire

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Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)

Military Division

Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Military Division

Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

Military Division

George Medal (GM)

Distinguished Service Order (DSO)

Military Cross (MC)

Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM)

Military Medal (MM)

Mentioned in Despatches

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References

  1. London Gazette , 26th November 1993
  2. SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, IST MAY 1973