it was extended to officers of the RAF for acts of gallantry on the ground and during World War One there was provision made for officers of the Royal Naval Division and Royal Marines

It is at a level below the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross and is at the equivalent level to the Distinguished Service Cross (for exemplary gallantry at sea) and the Military Cross (for exemplary gallantry on land)

and mine countermeasures in the Persian Gulf up to 28 February 1989

The CBE Civil Miniature

The GV version bears the cypher of King George V and was awarded during his reign

RAF Cufflinks Collection_Medal Cases it was extended to officersMilitary cufflinks featuring the Royal Air Force insignia. Enamelled an finished with a roust plated and complete with torpedo fittings. Your Cufflinks will arrive in a velvet pouch for safe keeping.