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A Long and Illustrious History

Which medal for acts of valour did Queen Victoria introduce during the Crimean War?

AThe George Cross
BThe Victoria Cross ✓
CThe Distinguished Service Order
DThe Military Medal

Answer & explanation

The correct answer is The Victoria Cross.

Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Cross medal during the Crimean War (1853–1856). It honours acts of valour by soldiers.

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