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What honour was Kelly Holmes bestowed in 2005?

  • Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire

  • Queen’s Honorary Degree

  • Gold Cross of the Order

  • Companion of Honour

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Kelly Holmes was bestowed with the honour of Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2005. This is a high honour bestowed upon those who have made significant contributions to their field of work. Holmes was recognised for her outstanding achievements in athletics, having won two gold medals at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens.
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