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Their Story Is On Their Chest

Their Story Is On Their Chest

Di: ABF The Soldiers' Charity
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 Their Story is on Their Chest is a five programme series charting the evolution of the medal from the Battle of Edgehill to the Second World War.

Each episode is hosted by Harry Bucknall and presented by Mark Smith, The Antiques Roadshow’s arms and militaria expert. Mondiale
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  • 2: The Honourable East India Company, war in the Crimea and the recognition of bravery

    2: The Honourable East India Company, war in the Crimea and the recognition of bravery
    Nov 5 2020
    As the activities of the East India Company gather momentum with its own military operations, so Mark Smith explains that the significance of the medal gathers pace too; while closer to home, the hard fighting that characterises the Crimean War leads to the incorporation of the highest award for valour: the Victoria Cross.
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    19 min
  • 4: World War and Beyond

    4: World War and Beyond
    Nov 5 2020
    As war is fought on wide and varied fronts, Mark Smith explains the evolution of the Campaign Star and medals recognising service to the nation in conflict and upheaval, including the recognition of bravery with the introduction of the George and Military Crosses, Military Medal and medals for General Service.
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    14 min
  • 3: Afghan Defeat, Trouble in the Middle East and Upheaval in Southern Africa

    3: Afghan Defeat, Trouble in the Middle East and Upheaval in Southern Africa
    Nov 5 2020
    History unfolds as Mark Smith recounts the story of the medal through war in Afghanistan, uprising and revolt in Egypt and conflict in Africa, often referred to as Victoria’s Little Wars, a soubriquet given by legendary author, Byron Farwell.
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    12 min
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