In reply to baluchi:
> I think 'honours' should be reserved for those who devote their lives to help those who are less fortunate than ourselves.
That is your view but this is what they are given out for...
The Order of the British Empire
Motto: For God and the Empire
Date Created: 1917
Levels:
Knight/Dame Grand Cross (Post Nominal Letters:GBE)
Knight/Dame Commander (Post Nominal Letters:KBE/DBE)
Commander (Post Nominal Letters:CBE)
Officer (Post Nominal Letters:OBE)
Member (Post Nominal Letters:MBE)
This order was instituted by George V to recognise all levels of service to the country during the first ‘total’ war. It has evolved to embrace service and achievement in all fields. The Order has a military division and a civil division.
http://www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/ceremonial/honours/chivalry.asp
Win one cricket match against the Aussies or 18 years of endeavor against the 14 toughest mountains in the world?
Well done Alan, its the least you deserve.