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Supreme Courage

Heroic stories from 150 Years of the Victoria Cross

By: Peter de la Billiere

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Paperback | 1 September 2005 | Edition Number 1

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400 Pages

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3 x 15.8 x 24

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Since 1854 the Victoria Cross has been the highest award for gallantry in the British Armed Forces. It bears the simple legend ''For Valour'', but behind it are thrilling and ultimately humbling tales of unimaginable bravery. SUPREME COURAGE tells the tales of some of those who have won the medal, bringing this badge of honour alive with breath-taking accounts of courage in action. Visiting battle-scenes across the globe, peppering his accounts with letters and first-hand accounts, Sir Peter de la Billiere uncovers not just heroism but the hearts and minds of men. With his accounts of Australians, Canadians, New Zealanders, Indians and the Gurkhas, Sir Peter de la Billiere does more than accompany the man into battle. He reveals their backgrounds, the climate of their times, what it was that drove them on, and the price of fame - the burden of expectation in civilian life that accompanied more than one recipient to a pauper''s grave.
Extraordinary and intensely moving, SUPREME COURAGE is a thrilling addition to the literature of war, and a unique and magnificent monument to heroism.

Industry Reviews

It is all the more poignant that these stories are retold here by a man of de la Billiere's stature - DAILY EXPRESS

Admirable ... will sustain the morale of several nations - SPECTATOR

SUPREME COURAGE makes a fascinating read for anyone with even the slightest interest in military history. - IRELAND EVENING HERALD

This is a book that demonstrates in clear, soldierly language, just why, despite out age of rampant iconoclasm, the British armed forces still retain the nation's affection and respect. - MAIL ON SUNDAY

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