Ribbon: Crimson. A miniature cross is borne on the ribbon when ribbons only are worn.
Instituted: 29 January 1856 by Queen Victoria. Discontinued: 1999, and replaced by the Victoria Cross for New Zealand.
Awarded: For outstanding acts of valour or of devotion to duty in the face of the enemy or other belligerents.
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