Britain's Roll Of Glory Or The Victoria Cross: Its Heroes And Their Valor

Britain�������s Roll of Glory or The Victoria Cross: Its Heroes and Their Valor is a comprehensive book that delves into the history of the Victoria Cross, Britain�������s highest military honor. Written by D. H. Parry, the book provides a detailed account of the medal�������s inception, its design, and the criteria for awarding it. The book is divided into chapters that explore the stories of the brave men who have been awarded the Victoria Cross. The author provides a detailed account of each recipient�������s heroic actions, describing the circumstances that led to their award and the impact of their deeds on the course of history. The book covers the Victoria Cross recipients from the Crimean War to the end of the First World War, including the Indian Mutiny, the Zulu War, and the Boer War. The author also provides insights into the lives of the recipients after they received the medal, including their post-war careers and personal lives. The book is a tribute to the bravery and selflessness of the men who have been awarded the Victoria Cross. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, as well as those who want to learn more about the heroic actions of the men who have served their country with distinction.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.