AWARDS FOR GALLANTRY

Awards for Gallantry are granted by the Chief Scout of New Zealand or National Commissioner on the recommendation of National Office to Scouts, Adult Leaders, Rover Scouts, persons holding non warranted and honorary ranks, and also to Groups in cases of joint action on the recommendation of the Zone Leader

The following awards are granted: 

Bronze Cross - Red Ribbon.

The highest possible award for gallantry, granted only for special heroism or extra ordinary risk.

Silver Cross - Blue ribbon.

For gallantry with considerable risk. 

Gilt Cross - Blue and red vertical ribbon.

For gallantry with moderate risk.

Bar.

Bars to the above Crosses may be granted for additional acts of gallantry.

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