Category: Order of the British Empire

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"The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire was instituted by King George V in 1917 to recognise the good work of non-military citizens. From 1918 the Order was divided into civil and military divisions, and is now designed to reward the inspiring work of people from all walks of life. " Reference: The Order of the British Empire to mark its 100th anniversary 2017 Royal.uk - the website of the Royal Household of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Accessed 13 March 2023.

Wikipedia:Order_of_the_British_Empire

The five Classes of the Order are (post nominals in brackets):

Knight Grand Cross or Dame Grand Cross of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (GBE)
Knight Commander or Dame Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE or DBE)
Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE)
Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE)
Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE)

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