Union of South Africa Queen's Medal for Bravery, Gold
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The Union of South Africa Queen's Medal for Bravery, Gold was the highest South African civilian decoration during the period from 1952 to 1961, while the country was still a constitutional monarchy in the British Commonwealth. The decoration was instituted by Queen Elizabeth II on 15 December 1952.[1][2]
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Union of South Africa Queen's Medal for Bravery, Gold | |
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Type | Civil decoration for bravery |
Awarded for | Acts of conspicuous bravery |
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Presented by | the Monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms |
Eligibility | South African citizens and others |
Status | Discontinued in 1961 |
Established | 1952 |
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British & South African orders of wear | |
Next (higher) | UK precedence:
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