OBE MilitaryThe OBE or Officer of the_Most Excellent Order of the British Empire was instituted in 1917._This is the 2nd type OBE awarded from 1936 and is awarded to the present date. The Military and civilian awards are distinguished by a white stripe down the centre of the Military award. There are five classes of appointment to the Order are, in descending order of precedence: The GBE: Knight Grand Cross or Dame Grand Cross of the Most Excellent Order of the

This medal is supplied as originally awarded with a loose ribbon

Bust of Sir Winston Churchill made in British Gypsum Plaster

Speech to the House of Commons may 13th 1940 - "

180 second bars and one third bar

the plaque was intended as a permanent reminder of sacrifice and loss

later became available to Army and RAF other ranks serving at sea

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

Bust of Lord Kitchener made in British Gypsum Plaster

a mounting service

this medal is a proud tribute to the service and sacrifice of the WWII generation

These photos were taken at the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol

Bust of Oliver Cromwell made in British Gypsum Plaster