Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GVI, Reproduction Size:MC, GVI, Antique Silver (Toned) 32 mm wide

32 mm wide

The medal is awarded to those employed in direct support

NATO service between 1951 and 2004:

or in Canada on an operational staff directly participating in the operational control of such formations and units

Only actual NATO missions flown by AWACS aircrews (as opposed to training and exercises) will be eligible

Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GVI, Reproduction Size:MC, GVI, Antique Silver (Toned) 32 mm wideThe Memorial Cross (more often referred to as the Silver Cross) was first instituted by Order in Council 2374, dated December 1, 1919. It was awarded to mothers and widows (next of kin) of Canadian soldiers who died on active duty or whose death was consequently attributed to such duty. The crosses were sent automatically to mothers and wives who qualified, and could be worn by the recipients anytime, even though they were not themselves veterans. The