British Military And Naval Medals And Decorations (1880) - J Harris Gibson - Bog

British Military and Naval Medals and Decorations is a historical book that was first published in 1880. The author of the book is J. Harris Gibson, who was a renowned military historian and a collector of medals. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the medals and decorations that were awarded to British military and naval personnel from the early 19th century to the time of publication.The book is divided into two sections, with the first section focusing on military medals and the second section on naval medals. Each section provides a detailed description of the various medals and decorations that were awarded in the respective branches of the armed forces. The descriptions include information on the design, materials, and inscriptions of the medals, as well as the criteria for awarding them.The book also includes illustrations of the medals and decorations, which are accompanied by detailed explanations of their significance and history. In addition, the book provides information on the various regulations and procedures that were followed in awarding the medals and decorations, as well as the different levels of recognition that were available.Overall, British Military and Naval Medals and Decorations is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British military and naval awards. It provides a fascinating insight into the military culture of the time and the importance that was placed on recognizing bravery, service, and achievement in the armed forces.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.