The miniature Air Force Cross awarded to all ranks of the RN

Second and subsequent awards denoted by a bar on the ribbon

The George Cross (GC) is second in the order of wear in the United Kingdom honours system

and heritage

Historically

Air Force Cross Miniature EIIR World War 1 The miniature Air Force CrossThe miniature Air Force Cross awarded to all ranks of the RN, RM, Army and RAF in recognition of exemplary gallantry in the air on non active operations. A silver bar ornamented by an eagle may be issued to AFC holders performing a further act of such gallantry which would have merited award of the AFC. Instituted in 1918, the Air Force Cross (AFC) was issued for acts of gallantry while flying on non active operations to warrant officers and officers