THE STORY OF THE VICTORIA CROSS 1856-1963 BY BRIGADIER SIR IN SOUTH AFRICA

The Story of the Victoria Cross 1856-1963 by Brigadier Sir John Smyth, Vic  first print 1963 Hardcover without dust Jacket. 496 pages.   Ex library copy with some stamps and numbers in. the book are in a good used condition. Binding still good The spine on the outside were reinforced. Smyth reviews the history of the VC in five main phases: 1854-1924; 1914-1919; 1920-1939; 1939-1945; post-1945. Appendices include statistical data of VC awards, transcripts of extracts of London Gazette VC warrants and a list of VC recipients (and their relatives) who attended the 1962 Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. Mulholland & Jordan S60. White dustjacket cover with plastic on made to protect the book.    Also includes list of soldiers receiving the VC and where won.   Please see the Photo's as part of the description. Sold as per scan.   International Bidders Welcome (Please enquire about shipping costs) Postage and Packaging: Shipping includes time, labour, packaging material and travel costs Post Office: R58, Courier R130  Items can be combined request.                     Please see our other medallion, pins and coins, books ext.