Collecting
Sgt Liddell remained in his exposed position, which was now attracting’ fire, with complete disregard for his own safety and attempted to eliminate the machine gun with liis grenades, at the same time waving to the platoon to advance…'
‘With utter disregard for his personal safety, he carried the wounded man to a ditch, helped to dress his wounds and personally helped him back to the nearest aid post…'
These vivid accounts of bravery might read like heroic scenes from dramatic war films, but they're accounts of real soldiers’ lives - just a few glimpses of the awe-inspiring histories behind every antique military medal.
‘The aesthetics of medals appeal but, for most collectors - myself included - it's the history of the recipient that really excites,’ explains Adam Chapman, medal dealer at Harland Military Antiques, collector and consultant
