a gallantry emblem of crossed oakleaves was established to be worn on all grades of the Order of the British Empire

Palestine 1936-1939

each example faithfully reproduces the design and appearance of the award

Since 1983 recipients details have been engraved across the centre of the cross

There are five classes of appointment to the Order are

General Service Medal Bomb & Mine Clearance 1945-49 Miniature Campaign_World War II a gallantry emblem of crossedIssued for 180 days aggregate service in clearance operations in the UK and NI between 9th May 1945 and 31st December 1949 The Queen approved an extension to 1st January 1955 for clearance in the Mediterranean