Queens Gallantry Medal Miniature World War 1 the Air Force Cross recognised

the Air Force Cross recognised outstanding achievement and gallantry during peacetime flying duties

Authentic ribbon colours representing the national colours of Great Britain

a gallantry emblem of crossed oakleaves was established to be worn on all grades of the Order of the British Empire

When the ribbon alone is worn a further replica in miniature is added

Further awards of the Air Force Medal were denoted by a bar attached to the ribbon

Queens Gallantry Medal Miniature World War 1 the Air Force Cross recognisedInstituted on 20th June 1974 to reward acts of exemplary bravery. Although intended as primarily a civilian award it is more often awarded to Military personnel for actions where military decorations would not be appropriate. Awards of the gallantry emblem to the Order of the British Empire were ceased at this time with the intention that such acts would be rewarded with the QGM. To date just over 1000 awards have been made together with 18 bars.