The book of orders of knighthood and decorations of honour of all nations ... (1858)
Burke, Bernard, Sir, 1814-1892 · London : Hurst and Blackett · leaf 606
ss. 4. The recipient of the Grand Cross must possess therank of privy Counsellor or Major-General. 5. The second class consists of twenty-five Commanders,who must bear the title of honorary Privy Counsellors, orpossess the rank of Major in MiUtary service. The thirdclass consists of fifty Knights.…
Orders of knighthood and chivalry · Military and religious orders · Heraldry
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