The George Cross, originally as an Edward Medal, ... Image: Noonans. Charles Smith, records show, had followed in his father's footsteps to become a miner at the age of just 12.

A George Cross awarded to a mineworker for his gallantry in rescuing a man trapped underground at a colliery is to be sold at auction. Charles Smith was honoured for helping to save Charles ...

IN the course of his broadcast address, the King announced the institution of two new honours, the George Cross and the George Medal, to reward the performance of deeds of valour by civilians, men ...

He was posthumously awarded the George Cross medal in 1960. Born on the 10th of December 1919. Raymond Donoghue was one of twelve children to Percy, a fisherman, and Elsie O'Donoghue in Hobart ...

The medal was awarded in 1957. A rare 1957 George Cross, discovered at a car boot sale for just £20, is set to go under the hammer and could fetch up to £2m. The medal was awarded posthumously ...

A rare 1957 George Cross medal, discovered for a mere £20 at a car boot sale, is set to go under the hammer and could fetch up to £2m. The prestigious award was bestowed upon Second Lieutenant ...