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What is the Cross of the Solomon Islands?

This is the second-highest honor in the Solomon Islands. It was created in 1981 to reward people who show great courage or do excellent work for the nation. It honors both civilians and members of security forces who perform brave deeds during war or peace.

How many people can receive it at one time?

The government has strict rules to make sure this medal remains very special. No more than ten people are allowed to receive it on any single list of awards. This helps keep the honor meaningful and rare for those who earn it.

Is there a limit on how many people can hold it?

Yes, there is a strict cap on the number of people who can hold this title. Only fifty living people may hold the award at any one time. This rule ensures that the medal is only given to those who truly stand out for their bravery.

Can police officers earn this medal?

Yes, police officers and other members of the security forces can win this medal. It is meant to reward bravery from both soldiers and police who keep the country safe. Even citizens from other nations who work closely with the Solomon Islands can sometimes receive it.

This medal is designed to be a very visible honor. It is worn as a neck decoration, which means it hangs from a ribbon around the person's collar. It is considered more important than many other honors and is worn with great pride.

What is the Cross of the Solomon Islands?

This is the second-highest honor in the Solomon Islands. It was created in 1981 to reward people who show great courage or do excellent work for the nation. It honors both civilians and members of security forces who perform brave deeds during war or peace.

How many people can receive it at one time?

The government has strict rules to make sure this medal remains very special. No more than ten people are allowed to receive it on any single list of awards. This helps keep the honor meaningful and rare for those who earn it.

Is there a limit on how many people can hold it?

Yes, there is a strict cap on the number of people who can hold this title. Only fifty living people may hold the award at any one time. This rule ensures that the medal is only given to those who truly stand out for their bravery.

Can police officers earn this medal?

Yes, police officers and other members of the security forces can win this medal. It is meant to reward bravery from both soldiers and police who keep the country safe. Even citizens from other nations who work closely with the Solomon Islands can sometimes receive it.

This medal is designed to be a very visible honor. It is worn as a neck decoration, which means it hangs from a ribbon around the person's collar. It is considered more important than many other honors and is worn with great pride.

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Cross of the Solomon Islands

The Cross of the Solomon Islands is a top bravery and distinguished service award for outstanding bravery or leadership.

Solomon Islands Established 1981 All servicesPrecedence: 2nd, after the Star of the Solomon Islands

Medals & Awards

Awarded For

Awarded for conspicuous bravery, outstanding valor, or exceptionally distinguished service in peace or conflict.

Eligibility

Members of the police, security forces, and civilians of the Solomon Islands and partner nations.

Branch

All services

Precedence

2nd, after the Star of the Solomon Islands

Cross of the Solomon Islands, Valor decoration, Solomon Islands medal

History

The Cross of the Solomon Islands was instituted under the royal regulations of 1981 and 1982 to serve as the second-highest honour in the country. It was created to honour exceptional courage and conspicuous service by Solomon Islanders and international partners. Before independence, local police and defense scouts relied on British medals such as the George Cross or British Empire medals.

The medal holds a very high ranking, placed in court precedence above a British Knight Commander. Strict rules were made to keep it rare and special: no more than ten can be given out at one time, and only fifty living people may hold the award at once. It can be awarded for both civilian bravery and disciplined force operations.