So... what exactly differentiates the award of the George Cross from that of the Victora Cross?
It seems to me that LT Fasson and AS Grazier should have gotten the VC...
Posted by SSG Jeff (USAR) at October 30, 2008 5:08 PMJeff,
The VC is only ever awarded for gallantry in action against an armed enemy. The U-Boat crew had surrendered and the action was concluded, so no VC.
The GC is the highest award for gallantry (other than in combat against an armed opponent) and is open for award to both military or civilian personnel (and one mediterrainean island).
Posted by Mac the Knife at October 31, 2008 1:10 AM"Lieutenant Fosbery of the 4th Bengal Regiment"
Any connection to the pistol designer?
Col Beausaber
Posted by Beausaber at October 30, 2009 3:32 AM