In 1976, the Constitution of the Orders of Guyana was amended to add a third national award. Of the 69 persons honoured at this time, 31 are exceptional women who have contributed immeasurably to the development of Guyana in their respective areas of service. Among the awardees are International Guyanese singer Edmond Eddy, Montague Grant, Guyana Revenue Authority Commissioner, Geoffrey Statia, and Government Pathologist, Dr. Nehaul Singh. Thirty-one women from various fields are among those who will be conferred with National Awards on the occasion of the 51st Anniversary of Guyanas Independence for their outstanding service and sterling contributions toward national development. Carrington was also the recipient of a special award for being the longest serving Secretary-General. Dr. M. Raphael Massiah, CCH. Who has received the Golden Arrow of Achievement in Guyana? Driver with Cacique's Crowns on car charged - Guyana Times [24][25], The National Trust of Guyana building was renamed the Valerie Rodway House in 2019 to honor her work and life. He received the Cacique Crown of Honour (CCH), Guyanas third highest National Award. It may be awarded for exceptional service, above and beyond the call of duty or for gallantry in action. Do not cry little one do not cry. [3], She composed the music for Walter MacArthur Lawrence's poem "O Beautiful Guyana"; J. W. Chinapen's poem "Arise, Guyana"; and Vere T. Daly's "Hymn for Guyana's Children",[4] considered one of the country's national songs. The Order of Roraima was received by one person; three received the Cacique's Crown of Honour (CCH); seven received the Golden Arrow of Achievement (AA); five received the Medal of Service (MS) and three received the Disciplined Service Medal (DSM). Who received the Golden Arrow of Achievement in Guyana? Caricom Secretary-General, Edwin Carrington is to be conferred with Guyana's third highest national award, the Cacique Crown of Honour for his outstanding service to the Caribbean Community. [8][20] According to the Stabroek News, her work represents pride in her country, its natural resources, and first peoplesexpressed through diverse musical genres. She was married twice, yet had no children of her own. PRESIDENT David Granger yesterday indicated that National Awards will be returned to Guyana.