Gold Cross of Zimbabwe
| Gold Cross of Zimbabwe | |
|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe |
| Type | Military decoration |
| Awarded for | Conspicuous Valour |
| Description | A metal cross with a four pointed star on it, and the traditional Zimbabwe bird symbol. The Words "FOR BRAVERY" appear around the bird, and it hangs from a red ribbon.[1] |
| Post-nominals | G.C.Z. |
| Statistics | |
| Established | 1980 |
| Total awarded | 4 |
 Ribbon bar of the order | |
The Gold Cross of Zimbabwe is Zimbabwe's highest military decoration awarded for conspicuous valour by members of the Security Forces in combat. [2] It replaced the Grand Cross of Valour in October 1980.
Recipients
- Danny Stannard[3]
- Squadron Leader Earnest Matsambira[4]
- Squadron Leader Ishmael Kadenga[5]
- Group Captain Micheal Dhabha[6]
References
- ↑ "Zimbabwe: Gold Cross of Zimbabwe".
- ↑ Parker, Jim. "Assignment Selous Scouts Inside Story of a Rhodesian Special Branch Officer". Retrieved 15 July 2013.
- ↑ http://www.galago.co.za/CAT1_019_b.htm
- ↑ Kanhema, Tawanda (April 13, 2008). "The Siege of Manono, A Zimbabwean Sacrifice". Investigative Africa. Retrieved May 5, 2014.
- ↑ Kanhema, Tawanda (April 12, 2008). "Bravery in the Congo, A Zimbabwean Fighter Pilot Recounts". Investigative Africa. Retrieved May 5, 2014.
- ↑ "Zimbabwe: AFZ Holds Parade for Dhabha". The Herald. July 1, 2006. Retrieved May 5, 2014.
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