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The Complete Knight's Cross
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- Book Synopsis
- The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, to give it its full name, owes its origins to the Pour le Mérite (Blue Max), an imperial award dating back to 1740. <i>The Complete Knight's Cross </i>is the only book to tell the story of all 7,364 men who were awarded it (including all the disputed awards). The book has over 200 photos of holders of the medal and over 100 photos of their graves. Volume One deals with 1939-41 (numbers 1-1267) and is subtitled <i>The Years of Victory</i>. Volume Two deals with 1942-43 (numbers 1268-3685) and is subtitled <i>The Years of Stalemate</i>. Volume Three deals with 1944-45 (numbers 3686-7364) and is subtitled <i>The Years of Defeat</i>. The recipients are listed in the order of the date of award. Each entry starts with the recipients rank and name, followed by details of the action or actions for witch they were awarded it. Other interesting facts and stories are also included for many of them. Finally their burial locations, where known are given. Any higher awards (Oak Leaves, Swords, Diamonds and the ultimate Golden award) are also covered.
- About The Author
- Kevin Brazier has investigated the lives, careers and military exploits of all 1358 VC holders in order to compile this unique book. He has long been intrigued by medals and medal recipients, in particular by the VC, Britain's highest award for gallantry. His other books include The Complete George Cross and The Complete Blue Max.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781781557839
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Fonthill Media, (20 October 2022)
- Number of Pages
- 864
- Weight
- 1452 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 240 x 164 x 54 mm
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