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Signing of the Warrant
- When
- 29 January 1856
- Where
- London
Queen Victoria signed the warrant constituting the Victoria Cross on 29 January 1856, honouring valour during the Crimean War.
The warrant was signed on 29 January 1856 and gazetted on 5 February 1856. This act officially established the Victoria Cross as a decoration for acts of valour during the Crimean War, addressing the need for recognition of bravery.
Sources
- Victoria Cross Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-14
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