This is another splendid book in the Paul Oldfield VC Research from the Great War. The author pays the ultimate tribute to these special Generation by seeking to include memorials to each VC and their biographies. A solid mixture of military history, genealogy and indeed local history, which is presented to the reader in a format that ready for the reader both on a battlefield tour, and equally at home on a winter's evening. All stories included zone in on that action that was taking place in Belgium during the latter stages of the war on the Western Front. Map on the opening pages provide an instant point of reference to where each V.C. action took place, thus given any reader and battlefield visitor a crucial point of reference to work with, alongside the incorporated stories. Again, what makes this series so special is that they don't just tell the story as it took place on the battlefield, but provide a fully researched and comprehensive overview of each individual. Just one fascinating.. Read more
Jon Sandison - Teacher of History

This is another wonderful addition to this series detailing the engrossing and inspiring stories of VC recipients during the Great War. IT is the thirteenth in this series. Alongside the narrative of each story, this edition - like all of the others - gives the reader a valuable insight into the battlefields, and the authors commanding expertise in the topography and the stories. As stated in the introduction, the book is as much for the battlefield visitor as it is for the armchair reader. Each story is illustrated with excellent maps, and photographs of the ground. At the same detailed and informative biographies are given of the VC recipients which in turn enable the readers to obtain a feel if the individuals in focus. Just one example of this is how the author incorporates the story of Lieutenant Milton Fowler Gregg of the Royal Canadian Regiment, Canadian Expeditionary Force. Milton was awarded the Victoria Cross for operations near Cambrai between the 27th and 1st of October when.. Read more
Jon Sandison - Teacher of History

"The number of titles in this series, all written to raise money for the Railway Children, is now considerable and the usual format is followed."
Steam World - August 2025

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"This is a most comprehensive reference on the BONE, and is thoroughly recommended."
IPMS Magazine - Issue 3: 2025