During the first 4 months of the war no fewer than 46 soldiers from the British and Commonwealth armies were awarded the highest award for gallantry, the Victoria Cross.In a series of fascinating biographical portraits Gerald Gliddon here examines the dramatic events surrounding each individual action that led to the award of this most coveted of medals, as well ad exploring the widely differing social backgrounds of the recipients and recounting the post war experiences of those who survived.Hardback book with dust jacket. In very good condition.