Bust of Oliver Cromwell Gallant & Distinguished Conduct It recognises the vital contribution

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)

For this bust we have included Hampton Court

This type of DCM was awarded until 1930 when it was replaced by the crowned head issue of GV

As with the Civil Division

Bust of Oliver Cromwell Gallant & Distinguished Conduct It recognises the vital contributionBust of Oliver Cromwell made in British Gypsum Plaster. As with all Famous Faces there are objects around the base. For this bust we have included the chopping block, round head breastplate, drum, crown, helmet and charging horses and soldiers going to war. The etch around the base reads "IF YOU SEEK PEACE, PREPARE FOR WAR" From fen farmer, to puritan and Lord Protector. Cromwell fought for freedom against Charles I's catholic ideas, finiancial excess