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�In pictures:�British medals
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Mention in Despatches

The Mention in Despatches (top right) is the British armed forces' oldest gallantry in combat award.

Originally it was literally just a mention by name in the Commander in Chief's despatch.

The Air Force Cross (left) and Queen's Gallantry Medal (centre) are both for bravery not in the face of the enemy.

Source and pictures MoD

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