10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «VICTORIA CROSS»
Discover the use of
Victoria Cross in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
Victoria Cross and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
The book is introduced by Michael Ashcroft, who owns over ten per cent of all VCs ever awarded. He explains the history of the medal and the story of his fascination with it.
Captivating and often humbling, these stories depict exceptional acts of bravery in unimaginable situations, of men who would say they were just doing their duty. Introduction by General Sir Richard Dannatt.
Describes and illustrates many of the medals, including the Victoria Cross award, and the men and women who have been awarded them together with the award citations which are always remarkable and sometimes astounding.
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Irish Winners of the
Victoria Cross
Military historians Doherty and Truesdale tell the personal stories of the many Irish winners of the prestigious medal since its inception in 1856.
Richard Doherty, David Truesdale, 2000
Listless and despondent, feeling that he hated everything in life, Hamilton walked slowly down the street.
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The History of the
Victoria Cross
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1904 Excerpt: .
Philip Aveling Wilkins, 2012
Fully illustrated with rare photos from the Australian War Memorial, the book also sets out the history of the Victoria Cross itself. These dramatic stories will arouse both admiration for the courage of these gallant me.
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Forgotten Voices of the
Victoria Cross
Captivating and often humbling, these stories depict exceptional acts of bravery in unimaginable situations, of men who would say they were just doing their duty. Introduction by General Sir Richard Dannatt.
Roderick Bailey, The Imperial War Museum ., 2010
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For Valour: Australia's
Victoria Cross Heroes
More than one and a half million Australians have fought in a war, yet only ninety-eight have been awarded the Victoria Cross, the Commonwealth's highest military honour for bravery. Here are some of their remarkable stories. Ages 8+.
The original Victoria Cross was created via a Royal Warrant issued on 29
January 1856 with the royal sign-manual of Queen Victoria, and was intended to
recognize demonstrations of gallantry during the Crimean War, regardless of
either a ...
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «VICTORIA CROSS»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
Victoria Cross is used in the context of the following news items.
VC winner Ben Roberts-Smith is moving from the battlefield to the …
HE HAS been decorated for his fearless feats on the harshest battlefields, but Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith is about to take on a new challenge he ... «NEWS.com.au, Apr 15»
Victoria Cross hero Joshua Leakey receives medal
The Queen has told a young paratrooper, "I don't get to give this one out very often", as she presented him with his Victoria Cross for bravery in Afghanistan. «Telegraph.co.uk, Apr 15»
Victoria Cross: The ten living recipients of Britain's highest military …
Communities Secretary Eric Pickles is today honouring 145 servicemen born outside the UK who were awarded with the Victoria Cross during the First World ... «Express.co.uk, Mar 15»
Victoria Cross: L/Cpl Josh Leakey recognised for valour
A paratrooper who showed "complete disregard" for his own safety during a Taliban attack in Afghanistan has been awarded the Victoria Cross - the highest ... «BBC News, Feb 15»
Story of the first Muslim soldier to be awarded the Victoria Cross
Now, 100 years on from being awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery, a series of military leaders, MPs, peers and Muslim leaders are calling for wider ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Oct 14»
Queen hosts reception for Victoria Cross heroes
Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh have hosted a reception in Buckingham Palace to honour 23 recipients of the Victoria Cross and George Cross and ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Oct 14»
England rugby kit: Victoria Cross Association about-turn on use of …
The Victoria Cross and George Cross Association has given its backing to a controversial new England kit that incorporates the Victoria Cross emblem within its ... «The Independent, Sep 14»
England accused of 'disrespect' for Victoria Cross after using …
The RFU and Canterbury confirmed that the new England shirt had taken “inspiration” from the Victoria Cross, identifiable in the shape of small rubber grips ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Sep 14»
Heroic first world war horse receives 'animal Victoria Cross'
A heroic first world war horse is to be awarded the "animal VC" on Tuesday in recognition of the gallantry of millions of animals that served during the conflict. «The Guardian, Sep 14»
First World War Victoria Cross recipient honoured in Guildford
A First World War hero awarded with the Victoria Cross has had a paving stone unveiled in his honour in his hometown. Descendents of Captain Francis ... «Get Surrey, Aug 14»
