Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GV, Reproduction Type:MC, GV, Antique Silver (Toned) Awarded for 180 days of

Awarded for 180 days of honourable service within NATO’s area of responsibility between 1 January 1951 and 19 October 2004

though not in active operations against the enemy

including rescue

governments and other groups were asked to make the nominations

Personnel from the Office of the Fire Commissioner and the Alberta Emergency Management Agency

Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GV, Reproduction Type:MC, GV, Antique Silver (Toned) Awarded for 180 days ofThe Memorial Cross (more often referred to as the Silver Cross) was first instituted by Order in Council 2374, dated December 1, 1919. It was awarded to mothers and widows (next of kin) of Canadian soldiers who died on active duty or whose death was consequently attributed to such duty. The crosses were sent automatically to mothers and wives who qualified, and could be worn by the recipients anytime, even though they were not themselves veterans. The