Bravest: How Some of Australia's Greatest War Heroes Won Their MedalsAllen & Unwin - Всего страниц: 286 "The Victoria Cross was the highest award, given only for a single act of valour. Just 90 Australians have been awarded it since they served with the British forces in South Africa in the late nineteenth century. And only four Australians have been awarded the George Cross, the ultimate medal for civilians in time of war. From Neville Howse in the Boer War in South Africa in 1900 to Keith Payne in Viet Nam in 1969 this book tells the story of twelve Australian recipients of the Victoria and George Crosses."--Provided by publisher. |
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5 An ardent Australian patriot | 32 |
6 I managed to get the buggers Sir | 39 |
7 The bravest man in the Aussie Army | 48 |
20 One among many | 150 |
21 Guest of the Emperor | 158 |
22 That moment of decision | 164 |
23 Courage beyond compare | 174 |
24 Thats what Im here for Sir | 185 |
25 His crew before himself | 195 |
26 Ones nerves suffer a bit | 203 |
27 A wall of fire | 209 |
8 Tell Dad Im still fighting | 57 |
9 A compelling ubiquitous figure | 61 |
10 An ideal leader | 67 |
11 I wasnt mad | 77 |
12 Hit with a sledge hammer | 84 |
13 A paradoxical attitude to heroes | 94 |
14 To live and learn and see much | 100 |
15 Cross purposes | 112 |
16 Down to the wire | 117 |
17 The endless day | 125 |
18 The larrikin | 133 |
19 One of our very best | 144 |
28 A war of nerves | 218 |
29 Indomitable | 229 |
30 We went and had a beer | 235 |
31 Anomalies | 245 |
Afterword | 252 |
Acknowledgements | 256 |
List of VC winners | 258 |
Notes | 261 |
Bibliography | 265 |
Index | 268 |
Back cover | 279 |
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Стр. 162 - In 1893 he was appointed a companion of the Order of St Michael and St. George, and was created a Knight Bachelor in 1896.
Стр. 16 - The cross is intended primarily for civilians and awards to the fighting services are confined to actions for which purely military honours are not normally granted. It is awarded only for act-s of the greatest heroism or of the most conspicuous courage in circumstances of extreme danger.
Стр. 7 - Irishman, an Apostate Catholic (but that is neither here nor there), but he has the gift of the gab, uses his pen as well as his tongue, sings a good song, drinks anyone's brandy and water, and smokes as many cigars as foolish young officers will let him, and he is looked upon by most in camp as a Jolly Good Fellow. He is just the sort of chap to get information, particularly out of youngsters. And I assure you, more than one 'Nob...
Стр. 253 - for most conspicuous bravery or some daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice or extreme devotion to duty in the presence of the enemy.
Стр. 51 - Jacka's counter-attack . . . stands as the most dramatic and effective act of individual audacity in the history of the...
Стр. 220 - we have just received a dispatch from Seoul, advising that the North Koreans have struck in great strength south across the 38th Parallel at four o'clock this morning.
Стр. 76 - For most conspicuous bravery when in command of the right flank company in attack. He led his company to the assault with great skill and courage and the position was quickly captured. Fighting of a very severe nature followed and three heavy counter-attacks were beaten back, these successes being due to Captain Murray's wonderful work. Throughout the night his company suffered heavy casualties through concentrated shellfire, and on one occasion gave ground for a short way.
Стр. 199 - ... sufficient strength to take evasive action. After crossing the Channel there was only sufficient fuel for five minutes' flying. Flight Sergeant Middleton ordered the crew to abandon the aircraft while he flew parallel with the coast for a few miles, after which he intended to head out to sea. Five of the crew left the aircraft safely, while two remained to assist Flight Sergeant Middleton.
Стр. 163 - Throughout the fighting, which lasted for four days, he set a magnificent example of brave leadership, determination and outstanding courage. He not only showed fighting qualities of a very high order but throughout exposed himself to danger without any regard for his own personal safety.
Стр. 76 - ... courage, and the position was quickly captured. Fighting of a very severe nature followed, and three heavy counterattacks were beaten back, these successes being due to Captain Murray's wonderful work. Throughout the night his company suffered heavy casualties through concentrated enemy shell fire, and on one occasion gave ground for a short way. This gallant officer rallied his command and saved the situation by sheer valour. He made his presence felt throughout the line, encouraging his men,...