The Animal Victoria Cross : The Dickin Medal - 80th Annivesary Revised Edition
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1399024167
ISBN-13
9781399024167
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Imprint
Pen & Sword Military
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
May 5th, 2023
Print length
192 Pages
Weight
338 grams
Dimensions
15.60 x 23.40 x 1.70 cms
Product Classification:
True war & combat storiesTrue stories of heroism, endurance & survivalAnimals & society
Ksh 2,700.00
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80th anniversary in 2023. Updated to cover all 74 winners of this most coveted award for animal bravery (15 extra entries). Stirring stories of courage and combat. The only book on the market so unique and original.
Seventy-Four animals have won the Dicken Medal, the highest award for animal bravery. Their inspiring stories are told, for the first time in one book, The Animal Victoria Cross.Four types of animal have been honored, dogs, horses, pigeons and one cat. Simon, the feline, is credited with saving an entire ship''s crew. Canine breeds include Alsatians, Terriers, Collies and Spaniels. The majority of awards were related to war service and the conflicts include the Second World War, Korea, Iraq, Yugoslavia and Afghanistan. The Al-Qaeda attack on the Twin Towers as well as the Blitz saw great courage exhibited by animals such as Rip, the dog who saved many lives.In addition to British animals, there are American, Canadian, Australian and Egyptian winners of this unique award.This delightful book will be treasured by animal lovers everywhere. It is ideal to ''dip'' into or read from cover to cover.
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