Cadet Skills Flashcards
Victoria cross
• VC - Crimson ribbon, serif V joining suspension bar and Cross of Malta, ‘For Valour’ inscription, crowned lion.
How many awards are there in the Australian honours system?
58
What are the three administering bodies for Australian honours?
• There are 3 administering bodies for Australian Honours:
• The Australian Honours and Awards Secretariat (Government House)
• Parliamentary and Government Branch (Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet)
• Directorate of Honours and Awards (Department of Defence)
Commendation for gallantry
“awarded for other acts of gallantry in action which are considered worthy of recognition”
Medal for gallantry
“For acts of gallantry in action in hazardous circumstances.”
Star of gallantry
“For acts of great heroism or conspicuous gallantry in action in circumstances of great peril.”
Who is the current DGCADETS-AF?
Craig heap
Which directorates/positions make up NATHQ?
The defence organisation is composed of:
The ADF and department of defence