Explanation

The Victoria Cross (VC) is the highest award a British soldier can receive.

The VC was introduced on 29 January 1856 by Queen Victoria.

Additional information:

France’s highest military award is: the Legion of Honour

Britain’s highest military award is: the Victoria Cross

India’s highest military award is: Param Vir Chakra

Japan’s highest military award is: The Order of the Rising Sun

Pakistan’s highest military award is: Nishan-i-Haider

US’s highest military award is: the Medal of Honour

Israel's highest military award of is: the Medal of Valour

Belgium's highest military award is: the Military Cross