(the) George Cross

(the) George Cross
the highest award given to British ↑civilians for doing something very brave, such as risking danger to help other people. It is a silver medal in the shape of a cross. The George Cross has not been given to many people, and is considered a great honour. It was introduced by King ↑George VI in 1940.

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