Forgotten VCs
Brian Best
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Forgotten VCs
by Brian Best
Published
2017
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Limited
Pages
208
ISBN-13
9781526718006
Description
Fought amid the most challenging terrain of any theatre during the Second World War, the campaign in the Far East saw heroic actions against the unyielding Japanese that resulted in the awarding of more than forty Victoria Crosses - greater than a fifth of all the VCs of the war. Such actions include that of Major Frank Blaker, whose battalion of the Gurkha Rifles was held up by Japanese machine-guns on 9 July 1944. After climbing for five hours up a 2,100-foot hill, Blaker crawled on his hands and knees through dense jungle alone until he was close enough to stand up and charge the strong enemy position.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Forgotten VCs?
This edition of Forgotten VCs has approximately 208 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Forgotten VCs?
For most readers, Forgotten VCs typically takes between 4h 20m and 2h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 52,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 52,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Forgotten VCs?
The estimated word count for Forgotten VCs is approximately 52,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Forgotten VCs?
Forgotten VCs was written by Brian Best.
When was Forgotten VCs published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2017. The original work may have been published on a different date.