Its not a battle honour, but a birthday present.
Prince Phillip, the Duke of Edinburgh, has been named honorary admiral and general in the Canadian Armed Forces, to celebrate his 90th birthday.
I am delighted that His Royal Highness has accepted this honour from Canada in recognition of his significant contribution to our national life, said Prime Minister Stephen Harper in a release. His unwavering support of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and his commitment to the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as to many other fields of endeavour in this country, are worthy of our highest recognition and deepest gratitude.
It is the first time that an honorary rank has been granted at the highest level of the Canadian Armed Forces. With these appointments, The Duke of Edinburgh becomes an admiral in maritime command and a general in land forces command and air command, and Prince Philip may choose to wear these ranks on all three uniforms of the Canadian Armed Forces.
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