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How many soldiers from New Zealand have received the Victoria Cross?
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24 NZ servicemen have won the Victoria Cross. :)
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When was Victoria Cross for New Zealand created?
Victoria Cross for New Zealand was created on 1999-09-20.
What was the special medal for soldiers that were brave that Queen Victoria made?
The Victoria Cross
How many have received the Victoria cross?
A total of 1,353 individuals have been awarded the Victoria Cross.
Which outstanding new zealand world war 2 combat soldiers was a double Victoria cross recipient?
Captain Charles Upham. As we say in England: They don't like it Up 'Em.
How did they get the Victoria cross?
For soldiers of Britain and the Empire it is awarded 'for valour in the face of the enemy'.
What kind of war medals did the soldiers receive in world war 1 for australians?
They received the same medals the English did since they were under British command and fighting for the British commonwealth. (Victoria cross etc)
Why do we have the Victoria Cross?
Because before the Victoria Cross medals were only given to officers and not the poor soldiers who do most of the fighting so Queen Victoria and her husband decided it was time for a medal that could be awarded to any one what ever their rank.
How many soldiers awarded the Victoria Cross are buried on Tyne Cot cemetery Zonnebeke Belgium?
many
Is there a New Zealand Armed Forces Cross Award given for great bravery?
There is no such award as the New Zealand Armed Force Cross.Awards are:The Victoria Cross for New ZealandThe New Zealand Gallantry Star,The New Zealand Gallantry Decoration, andThe New Zealand Gallantry Medal) are designed to recognise military personnel.The New Zealand Cross,The New Zealand Bravery Star,The New Zealand Bravery Decoration, andThe New Zealand Bravery Medal) are primarily designed for civilians
What two words inscribed on Victoria cross?
the words inscribed on the Victoria cross medal are - For Valour
Who is the most recent person to get the victoria cross in New Zealand?
Charles Upham VC with Bar
Can you still get a Victoria Cross?
Yes, the Victoria Cross is still issued.
