The Victoria Cross

""The Victoria Cross: The Rewarded And Their Services"" is a historical book written by William Pitt Lennox in 1857. The book is about the Victoria Cross, which is the highest military award for gallantry that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. It provides a detailed account of the history of the medal, including the reasons for its creation, the criteria for awarding it, and the stories of the individuals who have received it. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes the history and significance of the Victoria Cross, including the origins of the medal and the process of awarding it. The second part of the book is a collection of biographical sketches of the individuals who have been awarded the medal. These sketches provide a detailed account of the individual's life, their military service, and the circumstances that led to their receiving the Victoria Cross. Overall, ""The Victoria Cross: The Rewarded And Their Services"" is a comprehensive and fascinating account of one of the most prestigious military awards in British and Commonwealth history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, and provides a unique insight into the heroic actions of those who have been awarded the Victoria Cross.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.