The bars to the medal are of the slide-on type
while deployed on full-time duty in direct support of approved operations
served a minimum of one day with Bomber Command between September 3
provided this service has not been recognized by another long service
This full size reproduction medal comes loose and with 5 inches of quality ribbon
Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GVI, Reproduction Size:MC, GVI, Antique Silver (Toned) The bars to the medalThe 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