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The Complete George Cross

Author : Kevin Brazier

Publisher : Casemate Publishers

Page : 304 pages

File Size : 45,9 MB

Release : 2012-10-24

Category : History

ISBN : 1781599882

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The George Cross, the highest civilian decoration, is awarded for acts of the greatest heroism or of the most conspicuous courage in circumstances of extreme danger, and all the recipients of this exceptional honor are recorded here. As a complete chronological record of George Crosses awarded in Britain and around the world, this book is an essential work of reference for anyone who is interested in the history of the medal and in the acts of bravery and self-sacrifice it commemorates.





The Victoria Cross and the George Cross: the Complete History

Author : Christopher Wright

Publisher : Methuen Pub Limited

Page : 1024 pages

File Size : 32,25 MB

Release : 2013-12-01

Category : History

ISBN : 9780413777515

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Volume 3 covers all wars, campaigns and incidents from 1919 to 2013, and includes appendices and index.



George Cross Encyclopaedia

Author : Marion Hebblethwaite

Publisher :

Page : pages

File Size : 21,92 MB

Release : 2021

Category :

ISBN : 9781999705725

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The Complete Victoria Cross

Author : Kevin Brazier

Publisher : Casemate Publishers

Page : 450 pages

File Size : 33,89 MB

Release : 2015-09-30

Category : History

ISBN : 1473872065

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This fully revised paperback edition of the complete chronological record of VC holders is an essential work of reference for every student of military history. All the British and Commonwealth servicemen who have been awarded the highest honour for exceptional acts of bravery and self-sacrifice are commemorated here. The first VCs awarded for the Crimean War and in the nineteenth-century colonial wars are described, as are the VCs awarded in the world wars of the twentieth century and the most recent VCs awarded during present-day conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. The extraordinary exploits recounted in this fascinating book make unforgettable reading.



The Complete Blue Max

Author : Kevin Brazier

Publisher : Casemate Publishers

Page : 381 pages

File Size : 38,42 MB

Release : 2013-08-19

Category : History

ISBN : 1783830573

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Hermann Gring, Erwin Rommel, Manfred von Richthofen, Paul von Hindenburg, Helmuth von Moltke, Ernst Junger, Max Immelmann they were among the most famous individuals to be awarded the Kingdom of Prussias highest military order, the Pour le Mrite, better known as the Blue Max. Until the end of the Great War the Blue Max was the most prestigious accolade, a German serviceman could wish for. Yet fictions and myths about the Blue Max have obscured its long and fascinating history. Kevin Brazier, in this comprehensive account of the Pour le Mrite and of the men who received it, aims to set the record straight, and he provides a comprehensive listing of the men who were given this high honor.



The Complete Knight's Cross

Author : Kevin Brazier

Publisher :

Page : 256 pages

File Size : 36,72 MB

Release : 2021-03-19

Category : History

ISBN : 9781781557815

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This series tells the story of all 7,364 men who were awarded the Knight's Cross, including the disputed awards. The series has over 200 photos of holders of the medal and over 100 photos of their graves. The recipients are listed in the order of the date of award. Their burial locations, where known are given. Any higher awards are also covered.







Glory and Dishonour

Author : Brian Izzard

Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited

Page : 388 pages

File Size : 38,87 MB

Release : 2018-02-15

Category : History

ISBN : 1445676494

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The flawed characters of 27 men who were awarded the world’s most prestigious bravery award, some of whom ended up in prison or were shunned by officialdom and a once adoring public.