The Order of Canada & Other Honours Flashcards
What are three groups of awards that honour Canadians?
Orders, decorations, and medals.
When was the Order of Canada started?
1967
What is the highest honour that Canadians can receive?
The Victoria Cross.
What is the Victoria Cross given for?
It is given for a brave action or self-sacrifice or extremely loyal service to Canada during war.
How many Canadians have received the Victoria Cross?
Ninety-nine Canadians have received the Victoria Cross since 1854.
Who was the first black man to get the Victoria Cross?
Able Seaman William Hall
Who was the first Canadian to get the Victoria Cross?
Lieutenant Dunn.
Why did Corporal Filip Konowal get the Victoria Cross?
Because he acted bravely in the Battle of Hill 70 in 1917.
Which flying ace earned the Victoria Cross?
Captain Billy Bishop
Who was the most recent person to get the Victoria Cross?
Lieutenant Gray.
Who earned the Victorial Cross during the Second World War?
Captain Paul Trinquet
