navy cross

/N EY1 V IY0 K R AO1 S/
N
  1. 1

    the United States Naval Service's second-highest military decoration awarded for sailors and marines who distinguish themselves for extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force.

  2. 2

    The (Vlootkruis in Afrikaans), post-nominal letters CN (Crux Navalis) a military decoration which was instituted by the Republic of South Africa in 1987.

  3. 3

    the award granted by the United States Navy for valor starting in 1917.