Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the date of establishment?June 4, 1917
2. What is the founder?King George V of the United Kingdom
3. Why was the Order of the British Empire created?It was started in 1917 by King George V to thank many people, including ordinary citizens and women, for helping during World War I.
4. How does someone become a Knight Commander?They must have a long record of important achievements in any field, like science, art, business, or charity, and the award is given by the king or queen.

Order of the British Empire: A British order of chivalry established in 1917 to recognize distinguished service to the United Kingdom and its territories.
Knight Commander (KBE): The second-highest grade of the Order, conferring knighthood and the right to use the title Sir or Dame.
Post-Nominal Letters: Letters placed after a person's name to indicate a title, honor, or academic degree (e.g., KBE).
Knighthood: A title of honor conferred by a monarch, granting the recipient the right to be called Sir or Dame.