{"title":"Air Force Cross Medals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Air Force Cross (AFC) is one of Britain's most distinguished aviation gallantry awards, recognising courage, exceptional flying skill and devotion to duty during non-operational service. 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