Vcs of the Second World War by Frayn Turner

Vcs of the Second World War by Frayn Turner

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This text brings together the accounts of the actions of every recipient of the Victoria Cross in World War II. The medal of this ultimate honour is inscribed with the simple words 'For Valour', and this cross of courage was awarded to a total of 182 men - many posthumously.

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Vcs of the Second World War by Frayn Turner

Published for the first time in a single volume, VCs of the Second World War consolidates the accounts of the actions of every recipient. The medal of this ultimate honour is inscribed with the simple words 'For Valour', and this cross of courage was awarded to a total of 180 men - many posthumously. As these stories of bravery unfold, they reveal varied exploits of incredible individual actions. And they frequently form part of larger-scale operations, whether on land, in the air, at sea or under the sea. In so doing, the book becomes a unique chronological cross-section of the crucial British and Commonwealth contribution to the war as a whole.
Frayn Turner, John: - John Frayn Turner is a distinguished historian and author. Pen and Sword have published numerous of his books, including VCs of the Second World War, Service Most Silent and Periscope Patrol. He lives at Leatherhead, Surrey.
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ISBN 13 9781844150670
ISBN 10 1844150674
Title Vcs of the Second World War
Author Frayn Turner
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Year published 2004-01-16
Number of pages 309
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.