Victoria Cross
The Victoria Cross (official post-nominal letters VC) is the highest award for valour that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces of any rank in any service and civilians under military command. It is only awarded for bravery "in the face of the enemy".
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Image:Smokyuveil2.jpg|Smokey Smith unveils a Canadian postage stamp in 2004
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~ Table of Content ~
| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Historical background |
| ► | Awards |
| ► | Victoria Cross after 2000 |
| ► | Forfeited VCs |
| ► | Theft of the VC |
| ► | See also |
| ► | References |
| ► | Photo Gallery |
| ► | External links |
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