The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States. It is awarded "for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life, above and beyond the call of duty". It was first awarded for actions in the Civil War (1861-1865). Since its inception 3,465 medals have been awarded. 8 members of Phi Delta Theta have been awarded the Medal of Honor - Second most of any fraternity. (Delta Kappa Epsilon has the most with 13).
The Victoria Cross (official post-nominal letters "VC") is the highest award for valour that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces of any rank in any service and civilians under military command. It was first awarded for actions in the Crimean War (1854-1856). A total of 1,356 Victoria Crosses have been awarded since 1856. Phi Delta Theta is one of only two fraternities to have a recipient of the Victoria Cross.(The other being Zeta Psi)
* Indicates posthumous award
Ranks are indicated based on when the medal was awarded
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