Captain Noel Chavasse VC - WW1's Only Double Victoria Cross
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- Noel Chavasse, from Liverpool, the only man to be awarded 2 Victoria Crosses in WW1.
Also only one of three men to receive this honour.
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In over 160 years since the Victoria Cross (the UK's highest medal for valour) was instituted, it has been awarded just over 1350 times.
However, only three men have ever been awarded the VC twice.
This is the story of one of those rare men.
A war hero who not only achieved that distinction but who was also doctor with a first class degree from Oxford University, and who represented his country at the Olympics.
This is the story of Captain Noel Chavasse VC, the only double VC winner in the First World War.
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Noel Chavasse gained a first class degree from Oxford University before studying medicine and (along with his twin brother) representing Great Britain at the 1908 Olympics.
Commissioned in the Royal Army Medical Corps, when the First World War broke out he was attached to the 10th battalion (Liverpool Scottish) of the King's Regiment.
He saw action at the Battle of Hooge in 1915 when he saved 20 wounded men by going out into no mans land during the night. He was awarded the Victoria Cross.
In 1916 he was awarded the Victoria Cross for courageously going out under fire to once more rescue wounded soldiers during the Battle of the Somme.
At the Battle of Passchendaele (third battle of Ypres) in 1917, he worked tirelessly for 48 hours tending the injured.
When his first aid post was hit by a German shell, Noel Chavasse crawled over half a mile (despite being mortally wounded) to fetch help for his men.
For this courageous act, he was awarded a second Victoria Cross, thus becoming the only double VC winner in the First World War.
Captain Noel Chavasse VC died of his wounds and is buried in a military cemetery outside Ypres in Belgium.
Chavasse Park in Liverpool is named in his honour.
His father was the Bishop of Liverpool and Noel Chavasse (whilst born in Oxford) spent his teenage and early adult years in the city.
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0:00 Introduction
1:36 Early life
3:28 1908 Olympics
5:34 Royal Army Medical Corps
7:07 Battle of Hooge
7:55 Engagement
9:05 Battle of the Somme
11:26 First Victoria Cross
13:08 Battle of Passchendaele
15:39 Death
16:46 Double VC winner
17:45 Memorials
18:31 Chavasse grave
19:02 The History Chap
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My Grandfather, from Everton, served in the Liverpool Scottish and after 2 years at the front was badly injured at Passchendaele and was sent home for good by Dr Chavasse. A decision that probably saved his life. We still toast him every year.
Thanks so much for taking the time to share that story about your grandfather
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What a great man of bravery and of love this man was in his service and sacrifice, All who in the the graves will here His voice and come forth, and surely this man and his wonderful feeds will be remembered.
Thank you for highlighting the story of the incredibly brave, selfless Capt Noel Chavasse VC & Bar. He is an inspirational figure, and was revered in the Liverpool Scottish Regt. In 1998, I was privileged enough as a member of V Coy The Liverpool Scottish, to be directly involved in the unveiling ceremony of the dedicated memorial to Capt Chavasse in Belgium. We also visited his grave at Brandhoek. His nephew, Edgar Chavasse accompanied our party and he gave a speech about his uncle. It seems bravery runs in the family, Edgar was a member of SOE during WW2 and he operated covertly in Yugoslavia with the partisans. Liverpool Scottish has an illustrious history, dating back to the Boer war. During WW1, it deployed to France shortly after London Scottish- the first Territorial unit to do so. LS quickly earned a superb reputation, which resulted in Brigade commanders regularly arguing over command of the regt. Actor Basil Rathbone aka Sherlock Holmes served as a Captain in LS, we won the MC for bravery. He commanded a Recce Plt tasked with the immensely dangerous job of crawling across no-mans land in order to eavesdrop on German trenches to gather intel. Occasionally, Rathbone and his men were required to raid German trenches in order to snatch a couple of prisoners, who would be dragged back to British lines for intel gathering purposes. Trafford Leigh-Mallory, brother of Mallory who died on Everest, also served in LS as a private in the earlier years of WW1. He subsequently joined the RFC, and continued his service with the RAF. Leigh-Mallory commanded No 12 Group, RAF Fighter Command during the Battle Of Britain.
During WW2, Liverpool Scottish was utilised as a training regiment, one of the three LS battalions changed role and became a Royal Artillery unit. Many of the soldiers who passed through LS went directly to the elite units of the British Army- including the LRDG, Commando's, Para Regt and the SAS. No other British Army regular, or Territorial unit provided more men for the elite units than Liverpool Scottish did- which speaks volumes about the calibre the unit. The last time British soldiers fought in battle in the kilt occurred during the St. Nazaire dry dock raid- referred to as, 'The Greatest Raid Of All.' Those men wore the Liverpool Scottish Forbes tartan- they were No 5 Troop, 2 Commando The Liverpool Scottish. I recall in the late 90's on Remembrance Day parades, we had WW2 SAS veteran's parading with the LS Regimental Association. Did they wear the sand coloured beret of The Regt? No- they all wore the Glengarry and blue hackle with the LS capbadge and the Forbes tartan kilt. Which speaks volumes about the esprit de corps associated with Liverpool Scottish- *ONCE A LIVERPOOL JOCK- ALWAYS A LIVERPOOL JOCK.* There is something extremely special about a regiment which bears the name of the city it heralds from- especially a GREAT city with a tremendous depth of history like Liverpool.
Every year on Remembrance Day, the Para Regt Association form up and participate in the dedicated service of Remembrance for Liverpool Scottish in the gardens at the rear of St. George's Hall. It says a lot when elite Para's want to show their respect for another unit, and it's very much appreciated.
*It was a GREAT privilege to serve in Liverpool Scottish*- the only other Territorial unit with a similar illustrious history and esprit de corps was London Scottish. The latter has recently laid up it's colours and re-badged to become a reserve Coy of the Scots Guards.
Thank you so much for sharing some of the history and exploits of the Liverpool Scottish.
I was aware of Basil Rathbone being in the regiment but not how he received his MC.
Whilst I was aware that Leigh Mallory and Everest Mallory were related I wasn't aware that the former was in the Liverpool Scottish.
Thanks for the info on the St. Nazaire Raid; I'm planning to cover that event in a video in the coming months.
Best wishes
Chris
@@TheHistoryChap You are very welcome indeed! Liverpool Scottish was a very interesting regiment, in the very early years, recruits had to have Scottish heritage, they also paid to join the regt! It was a very middle class regt, with many professional people within it's ranks. There are a number of books available via the Liverpool Scottish website, including an excellent history of it's WW1 experiences written by A.M McGilchrist, who served as an officer during WW1. His book is entitled, 'The Liverpool Scottish 1900-1919.' There is also a superb book written by Dennis Reeves, which details the involvement of Liverpool Scots in the various elite British formations during WW2. Brigadier C. E. Lucas refers regularly to the Liverpool Scottish Commando's in his superb book about St. Nazaire, 'The Greatest Raid Of All.' Essential reading! Bit of trivia for you, if you watch the credits at the end of, 'Last Of The Virgin Soldiers,' one of the images portrays a WW1 Liverpool Scot- Pte Donald Henderson- he's wearing his diced Glengarry, keep you eyes peeled for him! :)
Thanks for your firsthand on the LS. I am retired U.S. Army. I served with a unit for 5 years and three combat deployments. That type of time allows a soldier to not only learn and marvel, but to take the unit's history in a prideful manner that is often hard to convey to a civilian. Soldiers have and do die willingly on battlefields to uphold their units' reputation and honor. GBU
This family is in itself amazing having served their adopted country and the City of Liverpool proudly. Thank you Chris for this story telling their story. I was riveted throughout.
Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching
I wouldn't have said they served their 'adopted' country, since the family was English by this point and had married into English families since the 1700s, but certainly he was an adopted son of Liverpool.
I served as an officer in the Liverpool Scottish and once his VC and bar were brought out from the bank vault and I had the honour of being given it to hold. A very humbling moment.
I bet it was very humbling. Thanks for sharing.
What an incredible story of bravery, honor and devotion to his fellow soldiers especially the wounded. The chutzpah it must have taken to crawl out in no man's land to rescue wounded soldiers. Then to be found washing the stretcher bearers socks shows true humility when awarded the nation's highest honor for bravery. I was moved by this story not just of Noel but the entire family, wow is all I can say and it fails to encapsulate the emotions I am conveying, I salute each and every member who sacrificed for King and country ❤️ 💙 🙏 👏
Harry, thanks for sharing those words and emotions
As always you tell the story with the passion and honour it deserves. This is a heartbreaking story that all Scousers should know, yet sadly, like many truly inspirational stories it is forgotten by most. Yet if you look closely the story is around the city, including in the Victoria Cross Pub.
Keep up the good work, reminding people of stories that should never be forgotten.
David, I didn’t know about the pub. Thanks for sharing
What are you talking about, “Victoria Cross Pub?” There is no pub in L’pool with that name.
Troll missus . it was on Victoria street on the corner opposite the met quarter . Thanks for making this, I remember our heroes 👍
A hero of heroes in a war of heroes. Incredible man, amazing legacy.
Thanks for watching
The real VC heroes are the ones whose actions helped the immediate battle situation like my late friend Edward Cooper VC KRRC who cleared a machine gun blockhouse at Langermarke in 1917 thus helping the advance to proceed.
Although I served, I had never heard of this officer, until my son joined the army and was in Chavesse training company at Pirbright. I looked up his incredible history. on the way back to Calais I took a slight detour to see his grave. His grave is the same as all the others, except it has the two VCs, he is buried with his comrades.
Adrian, thanks for sharing.
What a man, like so many who paid the ultimate price that we should be where we are today. A real hero. So much can be learnt from this amazing story of selfless sacrifice for others.
Thanks for sharing those words.
Christopher also played Rugby League for St Helens, became the Bishop of Rochester In Kent in 1940, he is proudly remembered in the cathedral and in the bishops house, where a large picture of him hangs on the stairwell
His Son, Named after his uncle Noel, alsoserved as an aide to Montgomery during WW2
*Edit you beat me to it 😂
Ha ha, I’m super fast 😇
As a recipient of an MC many speak of courage and bravery....I can only describe my actions as..."its better to do something than nothing"..the words inscribed on a hip flask gifted to me by a comrade in arms.
Great comment. My grandad always said, he just acted because he thought his men would do the same for him (he was MID twice at Anzio)
This story is totally humbling. We must never forget.
Thanks for sharing that sentiment
Yes to the VAD. In fact , yes to everything. Thanks, Chris.
Rob, thanks for your vote.
Hi Rob how are you doing today? I wish you a nice Sunday 😊
While I was at Liverpool University I came across his bust in Liverpool Cathedral. This inspired me to research him and read a few books about his life and heroics, he truly is one of my heroes in life
Thank you for sharing
Having grown up and lived in the city all my life and being a avid enjoyer of military history I never once thought of the reasoning regarding the parks name. Brilliant video, thank you.
Like you, I knew the name around the city but had never investigated the story…until now.
May I ask why?
Another excellent video Chris. I suspect Noel's athletic performance was impeded by the drag caused by his enormous balls. A legend of a man and rightly revered by the RAMC to this day. A video on the VADs?
Yes please!
Glad you enjoyed. Lots of votes for the VAD so I will work on it.
@Barry Alexander. My great aunt Christina was engaged to a medic in WW1, and was a nurse in a hospital in Cardiff. He was killed at the battle if Ypres so she volunteered to go to a field hospital in France. A German shell made a direct hit on the hospital and they never found her body.
Thanks Chris for sharing this fascinating piece of history, a worthy story of absolute courage and duty. What a family. I had the privilege of seeing Noels and his other familie members medals in the VC gallery at the IWM a few years ago. Thanks again for sharing.
My pleasure.
What a wonderful story, I had no idea about this man! He should be much better known thank you for covering him
Thank you for your kind comment
☝An M.C. is big. Winning a V.C. is very, very big, a bar for V.C. is absolutely unique, winning them by saving lives is astronomical. God bless him ! I'm already looking forward to VAD's story. A pleasure to hear you lecture. Thanks for your ensuciasm Chris.👍👍👍
Jan, thank you for your kind words
Winning a double VC is not unique as two other people have also won the VC twice. An MC was not that big, thousands were awarded in WW1.
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So you don't think 3 out of 1358, 2.2 per thousand is unique. Then what about MC and 2 bar and VC posthumously?
@@janlindtner305Unique means the only one if it’s kind, therefore Chavasse’s double VC is not unique.
@@anthonyeaton5153 According to the dictionary, you are of course right. You are of course also a terribly noisy example of a wordsmith Noel Chavasse is the only one who has been awarded the VC twice for saving human lives. You don't need to answer this as you and your ilk are not worth wasting any more time on. Sincerely, Jan Lindtner.
Excellent video - it's quite humbling hearing about such a terrific man. Would be great to hear more from you about the other two men who have won the VC twice, Arthur Martin-Leake & Charles Upham I believe. Thanks Chris! (and yes to VAD too!)
Nick thanks for your kind comment. Upham and Martin-Leake are in the pipeline.
After the war my grandfather worked with Charles Upham at what was then Lincoln College a little south of Christchurch teaching him some farming skills....the model farm was called Ashley Dene..( spelling probably wrong...I have never seen it written ).
I read that Uphams wife was related to a doctor who was a VC bar
'Mark of the Lion' tells Charles Uphams story.
By making these videos, you make it possible that “they shall not be forgotten”.
Many thanks
No, thank you for watching.
VAD is a yes would be amazing to hear that. As always great presentation on a great person
VAD has had loads of votes. I will make a video about them.
I think that’s the most inspirational story of self sacrifice I have heard. What a wonderful man and family.
Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.
Another brilliant story. I love the way you included his family to make him a real person. On the subject of WWI medical heroics, have you thought of doing something on FANY. The brave women of the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry drove ambulances under fire and won 17 Military Medals while doing it.
I had not but thanks for the suggestion
Thank you for another grand tale from History. A genuine Boy's Own Adventure this time around. The kind of stuff that inspired young boys to grow-up to fight and die for their country. As you summarised: "There is no greater love...". If only there were no need for War.
Tom, thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.
I went to school with a girl who’s great uncle was the Noel Chavasse in this video. We went on a school trip to the battlefields in Belgium, it was quite an emotional experience for her to visit his grave, hopefully a proud moment also
Wow, that must have been an emotional trip.
Another excellent video Chris. And, yes, I'd love to hear about the VAD of both world wars.
Coming soon!
Thanks for this inspiring video, Chris, and yes I look forward to your forthcoming production of a video about the VAD nurses. However, may I suggest that you consider producing one about the all-female FANY? This uniformed organisation, never legally part of the British armed forces, served alongside the British Army in two world wars and still exists today (see their web site). Many of its members being decorated for conspicuous gallantry.
I've never heard of this organisation before, First Aid Nursing Yeomanry to give it the full name. Thank you for pointing it out and well worth a video I'm sure
I have had several requests for both organisations so will add to my list for future talks.
Noel Chavasse is an example of bravery, duty, and devotion to country in its purest. Thank you Sir for the moving narrative for it has touch my heart. My grandfather was a veteran of that war. It is my hope that we should keep the memory of men like Captain Chavasse alive. God bless you and your future endeavours.
Glad you enjoyed it. There are so many stories to be told and I am on a mission to tell them.
@@TheHistoryChap A true and noble endeavour Sir. May it continues to be fruitful.
Keep up the good work. I'm a 22 year served soldier. RASC. RCT Para.. Keep up the good work. Yorky Ashton. Rtd.
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I visited his grave many years ago, my inlaws served with 22 Field hospital. We were on a tour accompanied by welsh veterans and a choir, my in laws persuaded one of the belgian buglers from the Menin gate to play the last post at his grave, sang a couple of hymns and a few words from my father in law and laid a wreath.
Quite a man, thankyou
What a great story. Thank you so much for sharing.
What an incredible story and what an incredible man was Noel Chavasse, even though he was seriously injured himself, his only thoughts were for the safety of his own Men. I am deeply moved by his selflessness and Bravery and not just on one occasion but time and time again did he display this selfless behaviour...thank you so much for sharing Noels story with us
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Another excellent video, WW1 was a terrible loss of the most idealistic young men Britain had. Good idea about the VADs.
Yes to the VAD video.
Thanks for your vote.
A great piece of history and patriotism from a bygone age. Thanks a lot.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
What an amazing story. And what a man indeed. Makes me proud to be English.
Thanks for watching.
Thank you Chris that was an absolutely fascinating slice of history. What a fascinating and incredible man.
Glad you enjoyed it
A truly brave and dedicated man. Thank you for sharing his story..
My pleasure.
Another brilliant episode!!
Thank you.
Outstanding story and channel. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it
Quite a remarkable family and so sad that two brothers were lost. I first came across his name when I visited Liverpool Cathedral a few years ago.
Thank you for taking the time to comment
YES, please tell the story of the heroic ladies of the VAD! Very interesting tidbit about Agatha Christie being one of them. Well Done!
Wonderful story thanks for sharing it
Glad you enjoyed it
A moving tribute. One of your best. 🏆
Thank you
Many thanks for this! Bravo!
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
This is such a great channel. Please keep up the great work!
Will do. Thanks for your support.
Excellent, informative and so entertaining. Definite yes for VAD video.
Many thanks.
An amazing story and so important that it’s told. Thanks for another superb video
Glad you enjoyed it
Excellent upload, thank you.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Another great video, old chap. I am addicted to your channel:)
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Thank you very much for this talk about this incredibly courageous man. I am ashamed to admit that I had never heard about him before.
Yes please to a talk about the VADs
Brenda, glad you enjoyed it.
Lots of votes for VAD's so it will be on the cards.
Thanks Chris, another well told and brilliant story, which I had never heard before, Cheers.
My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it.
A great video Chris. Would love to hear more stories about VC winners in the future.
Coming soon!
Good video. Hope you do videos on the other two VC and Bar winners too.
Yes, I will do plus the three father-son winners.
Brilliant story thank you !!
My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it
Great video I’m a scouser born and bred ,new about Chavasse from when I was young 2 Victoria crosses wow that’s why I remember him
Glad you enjoyed it.
Great video, what an amazing story. Great idea to do a video on the VAD. Will look forward to that one.
It will be coming soon.
Great video! I’m glad that I discovered your channel recently!
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A tribute that is both carefully researched and elegantly produced.
Many thanks
Very kind of you. I notice your surname too.
That brought tears to my eyes
What an amazing Gentleman
Total Respect
Thank you for sharing this with us
Glad you enjoyed it
Just come across your channel in my feed... wonderful find! Nice work. You deserve more followers.
Never hear of this story before. Thanks for sharing and remembering.
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Thanks for this. I had tears in my eyes at the end. Greater Love......................
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Great story of a great man and family. Thank you so much sir.
my pleasure. Thanks for watching.
What an amazing man, well, and family. The story was really well narrated and very enjoyable to listen and watch, thank you very much. I've only recently discovered your channel and have subscribed.
Good luck from Spain!!
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V.A.D. video? Yes please! Thanks for this one too, good work.
Coming soon!
An absolutely amazing, and moving story
Thank you for taking the time to watch it.
Another great bit of history. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it
Hi how are you doing today? I wish you a nice Sunday 😊
Thank you so much Chris, this story brought tears to my eyes. It is so important that we are made aware of these extraordinary acts of courage and sacrifice.
Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.
Brilliant. I am always in the need for inspiration. Cheers!
Thank you! Cheers!
Thank you for this magnificent story, we should never forget these brave men
Thanks for watching.
Excellent work - yet again. Many thanks, Chris.
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching
Excellent. Thank you!
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Been there and never realised the story. Thank you for enlightening me.
My pleasure
So very interesting as always. It would be awesome to learn more about the VAD too, please! Thank you.
Coming soon!
Thank you again for this amazing story I hope men like that are still made today.
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Excellent thanks I have read a lot about him over the years brave man rest in peace!! Great idea about a prog about the women’s auxiliary corp 👏👏
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Excellent video, yet again. Yes, please, to one on the VAD.
Thanks for watching and for your vote for VAD.
Fascinating and inspiring tale. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@TheHistoryChap Is there any chance you could tell the story of the Leeds pals who fought and died at Serre (Somme) 1st July 1916 please? I'd like to learn more.
An excellent video and a fitting tribute to a brave man. 👍
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I served and can tell you, more deeds are done than are ever told
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Thank you! A very amazing and emotional biography. I strive to be a hero like these people's stories, such as Noel Chavasse. I may never achieve their legacy but I feel, in my heart, to try.
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What a man! And beautifully explained, thank you very much!
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Hi Albert how are you doing today? I wish you a nice Sunday 😊
Incredible. Words fail me. Amazing individual, great family. Thank you for this, for without your video Noel Chavasse might still be a stranger to me.
Glad you enjoyed it and found it interesting.
Hi , whot a story of a great man ! thank you for your hard work in putting this show together ! cheer`s Si 😃😃😃😃😃
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Once again a first class video about and exceptional , and brave man. Most enjoyable. Thank you so very much.We here in the U.S.A.do not know of the incredible bravery of the members of the UK armed forces as well as we should. Many of the brave deeds of our own military are not taught in our schools .( and that's just sad beyond words)
Once again thank you for ALL of your videos.
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Thanks for the story !
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Many thanks.
Amazing, I have sat on those steps several times not realising, next outing is to Abercrombie square. Excellent post. Thanks so much.
I too have sat on those steps without previously realising the connection. Also had a mate who worked in Chavasse Chambers .
Thank you for sharing your research
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Thank you this was so fascinating i knew who he was but never knew about his past life so thanks again 👍
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What a man . Great again Chris .
Glad yhou enjoyed it.
I'm pleased to see you have taken up my suggestion and you are covering Captain Noel Chavasse. A remarkably brave man.
Interestingly of the three men who received the the VC twice two were doctors and only Chavasse won both in the same war.
My paternal grandfather served with the Royal Garrison Artillery at both the Somme and Passchendaele.
Glad you are pleased. Interesting point you make that Chavasse was the only one to win both of his VCs in the same war.
@@TheHistoryChap Didn't Charles Upham win both his in the Second World War?
Absolutely YES, on a video about the VAD!! I never knew so many were killed - I wonder how many were wounded and what they had to go through after the war, as I doubt there was much support for them. There was that really good BBC TV series - "The Crimson Field", which brought to light the story of the services of women and nursing in WW1. The epic drama surrounding Edith Cavell should get a video all its own. There's even a mountain named after her, as a memorial, in Jasper National Park, here in Alberta, Canada. You always do such a great job on your videos and love your presentation style. Cheers from Calgary, Alberta, Canada!
Byron, thanks for your support and reminding me about "The Crimson Field"
Bloody hell, what a guy and well done for giving the story the gravitas it deserves.
Very kind of you, thanks.
A marvellous story and very well told
Thank you.
amazing ,Keep up the good work sir
Thanks you
Thank you. Good man!
Glad you enjoyed it.
Chris, that was excellent ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⚕️Coming from an RAMC background I started my RAMC training in depot in Temple Troop. Chavasse Troop came before and Bradshaw after. Could you see your way to doing videos on all the RAMC VC winners, including the one that was awarded the VC and German Iron Cross !! ⚕️🇩🇪🇬🇧💂🏼♀️
I have heard about him. Franco Prussian war if I remember correctly.
@@TheHistoryChap That sounds about right. It’s a good few years since I passed out of the depot or looked in their small museum. ⚕️
My wife and I visited his grave it was an absolute honour to stand before it.
Thanks for sharing
My great grandfather, Sir Robert Jones, worked with Noel Chavasse in Liverpool. They corresponded regularly throughout the war, Chavasse employing many of Jones’ treatment principles. He was devastated when he heard of Chavasse’s death.
Wow that’s amazing. Thanks so much for taking the time to share.