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The Cross of Valour (official post-nominal letters '''CV''') is the highest Canadian Civilian Award for Bravery . Currently, there are 19 recipients of the Cross of Valour. Recipients are recognized by the Post-nominal CV. The award was established on May 1 , 1972 to replace the Order Of Canada 's Medal Of Courage and first awarded on July 20 , 1972 .

Before the introduction of the Cross of Valour, the Canadian Government recommended the awarding of the George Cross . There have been ten George Crosses awarded to Canadians: eight military, one Merchant Navy, and one woman.

There is a similar award in Australia also known as the Cross Of Valour .


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