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Civil awards and decorations

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Civil awards and decorations are awarded to civilians for distinguished service or for eminence in a field of endeavour. Military personnel might also be eligible for services of a non-military nature. There are various forms of civil awards and decorations, including the following.

On everyday occasions, only miniature insignia, often in the form of a circular rosette, are normally worn.

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References

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  1. ^ "Gallantry". UK Honours System. 2023-04-05. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  2. ^ "Gold Lifesaving Medal". United States Coast Guard (USCG) Historian's Office. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  3. ^ "Order of Maternal Glory, I Class". Medalbook. 1944-07-08. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  4. ^ "Civil Awards". Medalbook. 1938-03-13. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  5. ^ "Merchant Navy Medal". MNWB. Retrieved 2025-05-11.