Just been watching a news clip of Prince Charles resplendent with a chest full of medals. I'm not aware that he has ever done anything to earn one, so assume they must be all honorary or ceremonial.
I think this devalues those awarded to people who have actually done something, even given their lives, to merit such recognition.
Have one myself, for long service, which I consider worthless; awarded for doing a job I was paid to do and chose to do. I don't even know where it is and wouldn't wear it even if I did.
What do others think on this issue of 'bogus' medals?