
Mark Smith The History of the Victoria Cross
Thornbury Arts Festival
Cossham Hall
Chapel Street, Thornbury
South Gloucestershire
BS35 2BJ
Chapel Street, Thornbury
South Gloucestershire
BS35 2BJ
As 2019 is the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, it is appropriate to celebrate her introduction of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry.
Mark Smith is the Arms and Militaria expert on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Having started collecting medals at a young age, this hobby has become a lifelong passion.
Mark is a well known expert on the Victoria Cross so will share with us the fascinating history and origins of this very special medal.
Mark Smith is the Arms and Militaria expert on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Having started collecting medals at a young age, this hobby has become a lifelong passion.
Mark is a well known expert on the Victoria Cross so will share with us the fascinating history and origins of this very special medal.