The Victoria Cross

The Victoria Cross

William Pitt Lennox

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Ensayos literarios
ISBN:
9781437344745
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The Victoria Cross: The Rewarded And Their Services is a historical book written by William Pitt Lennox in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Victoria Cross, which is the highest military decoration awarded to British and Commonwealth forces for gallantry in the face of the enemy. The author explores the history and significance of the Victoria Cross, as well as the stories of the brave men who have been awarded this prestigious honor. Lennox delves into the biographies of the recipients, highlighting their heroic deeds and the circumstances that led to their recognition. The book also includes illustrations and descriptions of the medal itself, as well as the ceremonies and protocols surrounding its awarding. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of military honors and the bravery of those who have served in the British and Commonwealth forces.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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