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A largely forgotten hero, Private Samuel Wassall, VC (painting by Jason Askew).
Wassall was awarded the Victoria Cross for saving the life of a drowning comrade during the retreat from Isandlwana, all while under intense enemy fire.
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September 29, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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Major Edric Gifford, 3rd Baron Gifford, VC. Previously awarded the Victoria Cross, he nearly wrote himself into the history books a 2nd time during the hunt for King Cetshwayo at the end of the Zulu War. Another British force captured the king just hours before Gifford

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September 25, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Lieutenant (later Major) Gonville Bromhead, VC. Following the Battle of Rorke's Drift, he was awarded the Victoria Cross.
In the 1964 film, Zulu, he was portrayed by Sir Michael Caine in his first major role.
#britishhistory #britishempire #britisharmy #southafrica #victoriacross #victorianera
September 21, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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We are delighted to welcome Michelle Carr as a new Barnthorn author.

Her biography tells the story of her great-great-great uncle Frederick Barter VC MC, a remarkable yet quiet man.

We look forward to sharing more about her book.

#VictoriaCross #FirstWorldWar #MilitaryHistory
September 15, 2026 at 9:06 AM
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Ten years later, my Anglo-Zulu War series continues to be my best-sellers on audio. They remain the works I am most passionate and proudest of.
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September 14, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Captain Richard William Leslie Wain VC was a WW1 soldier whose extraordinary bravery under fire earned him the Victoria Cross. But behind the medal lies a remarkable story of courage, sacrifice and determination.
#WW1 #LestWeForget #VictoriaCross #History #Podcast #France #GreatWar #Maricourt
August 24, 2026 at 11:39 AM
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Our next Members Hybrid Meeting is on Wednesday 26th August 7.30pm-9.00pm at the Earl of Doncaster. Our speaker is Keith Lumley who is giving a talk on The Work of the Victoria Cross Trust. We have 7 holders of the VC in Doncaster. Registration is open via our website. #victoriacross
August 15, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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On this day in 1879, Fred Hitch received the Victoria Cross from Queen Victoria at Netley Hospital for his gallantry at Rorke’s Drift.

Limited edition signed Steve Noon prints:
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#RorkesDrift #VictoriaCross #MilitaryHistory
Fred Hitch VC - Signed by Steve Noon | Barnthorn Publishing
1 of 50 Limited Edition Prints Signed by the artist, Steve Noon 11 Victoria Crosses were awarded for actions at Rorke's Drift 22-23 January 1879. One of the recipients was Private Fred Hitch VC, 2/24...
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August 12, 2026 at 9:02 PM
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#OTD 9/8/1945 #RememberRCN -Lt Robert Hampton-Gray, VC, DSC, RCNVR, sinks Japanese destroyer in Onagawa Bay. Gray was killed when his aircraft crashed following the attack & posthumously awarded #VictoriaCross. 6th AOPS will bear his name. SEE DETAILS ow.ly/LLAr50KefyA
August 9, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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TONIGHT AT 8PM! Join Barnthorn author Mark Green for a FREE webinar exploring the remarkable stories behind his book, ‘Burma Campaign VCs’.

Register to watch live or sign up for details of the recording:
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#BurmaCampaign #VictoriaCross #MilitaryHistory
The Burma Campaign VCs - Kohima Educational Trust
Dr Robert Lyman MBE with guest speaker Mark Green 16th July
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July 16, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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Congratulations to Barnthorn author Eva Chatterji on the publication of ‘Gallant Men: Forgotten Battles and Acts of Valour in the Indian Mutiny’.

Available now:
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Gallant Men: Forgotten Battles and Acts of Valour in the Indian Mutiny | Barnthorn Publishing
360 PagesISBN 978-1-917120-66-1B&W Images The Indian Mutiny was shaped not only by its great campaigns, but by smaller actions where courage, endurance and leadership were tested under impossible ...
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July 14, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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🚨 FESTIVAL EPISODE🚨
A shocking truth! 🎖️ Damien Lewis reveals the unbelievable bureaucratic blunder that denied Blair "Paddy" Mayne the Victoria Cross, leaving the homegrown SAS without the award. : 👇

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July 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Join Barnthorn author Mark Green for a FREE webinar on the 'Burma Campaign VCs':

Date: 16 July
Time: 8pm

Mark will share stories of Fourteenth Army men who earned the Victoria Cross.

Register here: kohimaeducationaltrust.net/news-and-eve...

#BurmaCampaign #VictoriaCross #MilitaryHistory
The Burma Campaign VCs - Kohima Educational Trust
Dr Robert Lyman MBE with guest speaker Mark Green 16th July
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July 1, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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Ian Bazalgette VC #history #ww2 #militarymedal #military #victoriacross
YouTube video by Second World War History Channel
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June 22, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Total #respect for #CharlesUpham of #NewZealand.
He won the #VictoriaCross twice in #WWII.
What a courageous
man.
May 8, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Jermadar Mir Dast, 58th Coke's Rifles Frontier Force, was awarded the #VictoriaCross for actions Apr 26 1915 during 2nd Battle of Ypres. After all his officers were KIA he led "his platoon with great gallantry" Mir Dast was 4th Indian Army soldier to be awarded the VC en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mir_Dast
"For most conspicuous bravery and great ability at Ypres on 26th April, 1915, when he led his platoon with great gallantry during the attack, and afterwards collected various parties of the regiment (when no British) Officers were left) and kept them under his command until the retirement was ordered. Jemadar Mir Dast, subsequently on this day, displayed remarkable courage in helping to carry eight British and Indian Officers into safety whilst exposed to very heavy fire" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mir_Dast_Afridi https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/29210/page/6269
April 26, 2026 at 4:06 PM
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VC recipient calls for federal government to step up veteran support #KeithPayne #VictoriaCross #VietnamWar
VC recipient calls for federal government to step up veteran support
One of Australia's most decorated soldiers has called for a national rethink on the care of veterans and their families.
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April 23, 2026 at 10:06 PM
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Honoured to support Petition E-6661 for an independent review of the Victoria Cross. Canada hasn’t awarded one since 1993, despite extraordinary bravery in Afghanistan. This isn’t about medals, it’s about keeping our word to those who served. #Veterans #VictoriaCross #Respect
April 21, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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Lance Corporal John William Sayer, 14498, 8th Bn, The Queen's (Royal West Surrey Regiment) is awarded the #VictoriaCross for leadership during a German attack on Mar 21 1918 at Le Verguier, France. 39-year-old LC Sayer dies of his wounds #OTD Apr 18 1918
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Lance Corporal John William Sayer, 14498, 8th Bn, The Queen's (Royal West Surrey Regiment) is awarded the #VictoriaCross for leadership during a German attack on Mar 21 1918 at Le Verguier, France. 39-year-old LC Sayer dies of his wounds #OTD Apr 18 1918 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_William_Sayer
April 18, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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Join us in congratulating Brian Drummond on the publication of Part 4 of his book, ‘Ubique: The 62 Victoria Crosses of the Royal Regiment of Artillery'.

Buy via our website: barnthornpublishing.co.uk

Amazon: amazon.co.uk/dp/1917120583

#VictoriaCross #BoerWar #RoyalArtillery
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April 18, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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We’re also sad that we’re probably just being naive.

#Canada #VictoriaCross #CDNPoli
April 16, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Considering the circumstances one must be in to receive it, we're grateful that none of our soldiers have been awarded the medal.

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What is the Canadian Victoria Cross — the medal that no one has ever received?
The Canadian Victoria Cross is Canada’s highest military honour. It was created more than 30 years ago, but has yet to be awarded to anyone.
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April 16, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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New display now open: Pulsometer 125: Engineering
at the heart of Reading since 1901 🔧
Engineering (now SPP Pumps) and Reading’s global impact on science, industry and wartime engineering.
#Pulsometer125 #Reading #IndustrialHistory #Engineering
#MuseumDisplay #LocalHistory #WWIHistory #VictoriaCross
the display case at Reading Museum showing the Pulsometer display with various scientific items in the case.
April 15, 2026 at 8:02 AM
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Anders Lassen, the highest decorated Danish soldier in English service died on this day 81 years ago. He received three military crosses during WW2 and the only non-commonwealth recipient of the Victoriacross. Took the boys to pay respect where he fell near Comacchio. Always fight fascism
April 9, 2026 at 5:47 PM