What does OBE stand for, as in George Alagiah's title?
Official of the British Empire
Order of British Excellence
Officer of the British Empire
Overseer of the British Empire
Answer
OBE stands for Officer of the Order of the British Empire. It is a British title given to people who have made a significant contribution to the arts, science, medicine, charity or public service. The award was created in 1917 by King George V and is the fifth highest rank in the Order of the British Empire. OBEs are awarded by the Queen on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.
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