A comprehensive record of the gallantry of a force that numbered some 10,000 at its peak and fought in virtually every theatre of war in actions ranging from small engagements to pitched battles. Here, with appropriate historical background and sketch maps, are the details of 10 VCs, 32 DSOs, 135 MCs, 46 DCMs and 289 MMs, with full citations where published in the London Gazette. WORLD WAR II
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A comprehensive record of the gallantry of a force that numbered some 10,000 at its peak and fought in virtually every theatre of war in actions ranging from small engagements to pitched battles. Here, with appropriate historical background and sketch maps, are the details of 10 VCs, 32 DSOs, 135 MCs, 46 DCMs and 289 MMs, with full citations where published in the London Gazette. WORLD WAR II
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Etat : New. 1991. SB. 338pp12.95Published Price £12.95 First published in 1991, this is a meticulously compiled record of the decorations awarded for courage and distinguished service to members of the British Commandos during the Second World War.Formed in 1940 for raiding and special operations against enemy-held territory, the Commandos fought in some of the most hazardous actions of the war. Operating in small, highly trained groups, often behind enemy lines or against heavily defended objectives, their missions demanded exceptional initiative, endurance and courage. Yet the clandestine nature of many operations meant that individual exploits frequently received limited publicity at the time.Drawing upon official records and award citations, Brown brings together the stories behind the decorations and provides an invaluable record of Commando gallantry. From a force numbering approximately 10,000 men at its wartime peak, no fewer than 512 principal gallantry awards are recorded: 10 Victoria Crosses, 32 Distinguished Service Orders, 135 Military Crosses, 46 Distinguished Conduct Medals and 289 Military Medals.Of particular value are the original award citations, which allow the circumstances of individual acts of courage to be understood through contemporary official accounts. These are supported by historical background and sketch maps of selected operations, placing the recipients and their actions within the wider story of Commando warfare.The result is much more than a roll of decorated names. Brown provides a detailed reference to the men, missions and actions behind the medals, preserving evidence of extraordinary service across the Commandos' wartime campaigns.For historians, medal collectors, genealogists and students of British Special Forces, this is an exceptionally useful reference work and a fitting record of the courage of the men who served in Britain's wartime Commandos. Book. N° de réf. du vendeur 3299
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