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The Victoria Cross is the highest award given to members of the Commonwealth military forces for acts of extreme bravery in battle. There is no greater honour, award or accolade.

For Valour tells the fascinating story of the 100 Australians who have been awarded the Victoria Cross. From Albert Jacka to Mark Donaldson, heroic actions from Australians serving in the Boer War appear alongside those from the First World War, North Russia, the Second World War, Vietnam and Afghanistan. Vivid descriptions of events on the battlefield are matched with biographical profiles on each of the recipients to provide an insight into their lives outside wartime service.

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‘For Valour commemorates the extraordinary actions and characterthat the Victoria Cross honours. Vital leadership in times of mortal danger. Rescuing comrades at the risk of one’s own life. Standing fast against overwhelming odds.

It is right that we recognise these transcendent human qualities; that we draw courage and inspiration from them; that they are our touchstones and our source of eternal hope.’ — Dame Quentin Bryce

For Valour: Australians Awarded the Victoria

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      Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
      Publication Date: 01/11/2018
      ISBN13: 9781742235424, 978-1742235424
      ISBN10: 1742235425
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      Australasian and Pacific history

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The Victoria Cross is the highest award given to members of the Commonwealth military forces for acts of extreme bravery in battle. There is no greater honour, award or accolade.

      For Valour tells the fascinating story of the 100 Australians who have been awarded the Victoria Cross. From Albert Jacka to Mark Donaldson, heroic actions from Australians serving in the Boer War appear alongside those from the First World War, North Russia, the Second World War, Vietnam and Afghanistan. Vivid descriptions of events on the battlefield are matched with biographical profiles on each of the recipients to provide an insight into their lives outside wartime service.

      Trade Review
      ‘For Valour commemorates the extraordinary actions and characterthat the Victoria Cross honours. Vital leadership in times of mortal danger. Rescuing comrades at the risk of one’s own life. Standing fast against overwhelming odds.

      It is right that we recognise these transcendent human qualities; that we draw courage and inspiration from them; that they are our touchstones and our source of eternal hope.’ — Dame Quentin Bryce

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