HC Deb 17 February 1942 vol 377 c1634
32. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Secretary of State for War whether awards, other than those of the Victoria Cross and the George Cross, can be made posthumously?

Captain Margesson

I presume that my hon. Friend refers to awards to military personnel. The other awards of this nature are the Indian Order of Merit and the Albert Medal.

Mr. Sorensen

Can the right hon. and gallant Gentleman say why there should be a distinction between certain awards which are given posthumously and other awards which are not given posthumously?

Captain Margesson

No, Sir. I have given the facts.

Mr. Sorensen

Will the right hon. and gallant Gentleman look into the matter?

Captain Margesson

Yes, Sir.