Victoria Cross

noun

1. a British decoration awarded to soldiers and sailors for acts of conspicuous bravery in the presence of the enemy. : V.C.

Victoria Cross

noun

1. the highest decoration for gallantry in the face of the enemy awarded to the British and Commonwealth armed forces: instituted in 1856 by Queen Victoria

Word History and Origins

Origin of Victoria Cross¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

The decision does not affect those under investigation for war crimes themselves, including Australia's most decorated living solider, Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith.

From BBC

Corporal Sidney Bates posthumously received Britain's Victoria Cross for "supreme gallantry" after repeatedly charging a critical German position with a light machine gun before dying of his wounds.

From Reuters

Roberts-Smith’s SAS colleagues are among those calling for him to become the first Australian Victoria Cross winner to be stripped of the highest award for gallantry in battle.

From Seattle Times

A judge last month ruled articles alleging the Victoria Cross recipient had murdered four Afghans were true.

From BBC

The Victoria Cross recipient says he is innocent and will consider an appeal.

From BBC