IN THE FACE OF THE ENEMY: THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF THE VICTORIA CROSS ANDNEW ZEALAND by Glyn Harper ( 9781869506506 )

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IN THE FACE OF THE ENEMY: THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF THE VICTORIA CROSS ANDNEW ZEALAND

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ISBN 10:

1869506502

ISBN 13:

9781869506506

Publisher:

HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS (NEW ZEALAND)

Pub. date:

1 April, 2007

Edition:

Revised edition

Pages:

384

Description:

The highest Commonwealth military decoration for gallantry is the Victoria Cross. This book examines the history of the award, presenting the stories of those New Zealanders who have won it. It also covers some of the controversies and political machinations surrounding those whose nominations have been declined.

Synopsis:

the highest Commonwealth military decoration for gallantry is the Victoria Cross, and this book examines the history of the award, telling the stories of those New Zealanders (or those with strong New Zealand associations) who have won it. this includes awards made to British soldiers serving in New Zealand during the New Zealand Wars, the Boer War and the First and Second World Wars. (No New Zealander has been awarded a VC since 1943.) Also covered are some of the controversies and political machinations surrounding those whose nominations have been declined, Manahi, Stott, Simpson and Malone. An extraordinary collection of individuals and their courageous exploits is the outstanding result. Informative, exciting and provocative, In the Face of the Enemy is a riveting and valuable addition to our military list, by two highly respected military historians. Each story is powerful and unique, and provides fascinating insight into the battles that forged the Anzac identity.

Publication:

New Zealand

Imprint:

HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)

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