Colonial Cross

The Colonial Cross is a military decoration awarded to Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, and Airmen of the UNSC Defense Force for "acts of singular daring and devotion". It is the highest decoration a UNSC serviceman or woman can earn in wartime and is usually awarded in a ceremony recognizing the person who has won the award.

In 2552, Fleet Admiral Sir Terrence Hood held a highly publicized ceremony to award several Colonial Crosses aboard Cairo Station.

Known Recipients

 * Vice Admiral Ysionris Jeromi (Awarded twice)
 * Captain Jacob Keyes (posthumously)
 * Master Chief Petty Officer John-117
 * Sergeant Major Avery Johnson

Trivia
In the Halo 2 Anniversary cutscenes, the medal is depicted with a solid red ribbon, rather than the blue, red, and gold ribbon of the original game.