The Complete George Cross

Download or read book The Complete George Cross written by Kevin Brazier and published by Casemate Publishers. This book was released on 2012-10-24 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.