Order of the British Empire

The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is an order of chivalry established on 4 June 1917 by George V. The Order includes five classes in civil and military divisions, in decreasing order of seniority:

Related Topics:
Order of chivalry - 4 June - 1917 - George V

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• Knight or Dame Grand Cross (GBE)
• Knight or Dame Commander (KBE or DBE)
• Commander (CBE)
• Officer (OBE)
• Member (MBE)

Only the two highest ranks entail admission into knighthood.

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There is also a related British Empire Medal, whose recipients are not members of the Order, but which is affiliated with the Order nonetheless. This is no longer conferred in the United Kingdom, but is still used in some overseas territories and Commonwealth nations.

Related Topics:
British Empire Medal - United Kingdom - Commonwealth

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The Order's motto is For God and the Empire. It is the most junior of the British orders of chivalry and has more members than any other.

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