Tuesday 8th April 2025
Difficulty: Very hard
Victoria Cross (Quiz #872)
Photo: Arghya1999 @ Wikipedia (Creative Commons)
The Victoria Cross (VC) is the highest and most prestigious decoration of the British decorations system. It is awarded for valour "in the presence of the enemy" to members of the British Armed Forces and may be awarded posthumously. (Intro from Wikipedia.)
1. How many RAF Fighter Command pilots were awarded the Victoria Cross during the Second World War?
2. How many people have been awarded the Victoria Cross and Bar (in other words, have won the VC twice)?
3. Holders of the Victoria Cross are entitled to an annuity paid by the British Government. How much is this worth?
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