Silver Cross (Philippines)


The Silver Cross is a non-combat decoration of the Armed Forces of the Philippines which recognizes distinguished achievement or heroism in the conduct of intelligence operations not involving armed confrontations with the enemy. It is awarded by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, or Unified Command and Major Service Commanders.

Description of the award

The award is a silver cross surrounded by a garland consisting of two laurel leaves. A silver bar is superimposed on the horizontal section of the cross with the word "HEROISM." The ribbon is olive drab in color and has two small silver lines at the center.