George Cross
The George Cross (GC) is the highest award bestowed by the British government for non-operational gallantry or gallantry not in the presence of an enemy
Victoria Cross
The Victoria Cross (VC) is the highest and most prestigious award of the British honours system. It is awarded for valour “in the presence of the enemy” to members of the British Armed Force
Awards and Honours
In both World Wars, Muslims were recognised with decorations for their bravery and valour in combat.
The role of Muslims in WW II
Education It is said that 5.5 million Muslims participated on the allied side of the war during WWII. Nearly 1.5 million Muslims were killed in action. By World War II, the British Indian Army had grown significantly to 2.5 million. Of this approximately 1 million were Muslims. Muslims mainly from India and African countries fought […]
The role of Muslims in WW I
This is an excerpt about the participation of Muslim soldiers during WWI