the Air Force Cross was awarded to officers and certain ranks serving in the Royal Air Force and associated air services

Instituted by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office

It recognises the vital contribution of those who worked tirelessly to protect their nations between 3 September 1939 and 8 May 1945 (Europe) and up to 2 September 1945 (the Far East)

This is awarded to all ranks of the reserve forces

Surface fleet engagements

Miniature Iraq Reconstruction Medal gsm 1962 the Air Force Cross wasInstituted January 2007 and awarded for 40 days continuous service or aggregate service of 40 days in a calendar year for a minimum of 48 hours._Service after 19th March 2003