War Hero's Victoria Cross Fetches £318,000
The Victoria Cross awarded to Captain Reginald Haine for his bravery against 100 Germans has sold for £318,000. Discover the story of this WWI hero's incredible gallantry.
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Moving WWI film 'Testament of Youth' praised by viewers
The 2014 war film 'Testament of Youth', starring Alicia Vikander and Kit Harington, is being hailed as a heartbreaking and worthy tribute to the fallen. Stream it now on Amazon Prime.
Veteran's WWI medals stolen on Armistice Day
A veteran's priceless collection of First World War medals was stolen from his Oxfordshire home while he attended an Armistice Day memorial service. Police are appealing for information.
Hero father dies saving passengers in train attack
The grieving family of Darren Pencille, who bravely intervened during a violent train attack, speaks out as they thank the public for their overwhelming support following his tragic death.
Scottish WWI sniper killed 100 Germans, medals for sale
Discover the incredible story of a Scottish WWI sniper who personally killed 100 German soldiers and led a crack team that eliminated 3,000 enemies, with his military medals now coming to auction.
Huntingdon train hero confronts knifeman on commute
An ordinary commute turned into a life-or-death situation when a courageous passenger confronted an armed man on a Huntingdon train. Read the exclusive interview with the hero who risked his life to protect fellow travellers.
Rail worker hero confronts knifeman at Huntingdon station
A courageous railway employee faced down an armed assailant at Huntingdon station, calmly instructing passengers to flee while he confronted the knife-wielding man in a remarkable act of bravery.
Hero train driver's quick thinking averts disaster
A former Royal Navy veteran turned train driver is being hailed as a hero after his swift actions prevented a potential catastrophe on the Huntingdon railway line, showcasing remarkable composure under pressure.
Sikh Soldiers: WWI's Forgotten Warriors
Discover how over 130,000 Sikh soldiers fought alongside British forces during the First World War, forming a crucial yet overlooked chapter in military history.
WWI soldier's message in bottle found after century
A poignant message from a First World War soldier has been discovered on a remote Australian beach, 107 years after it was cast into the sea from a troopship heading to Europe.
Halloween superhero costume leads to real-life rescue mission
An ordinary Halloween celebration turned into an extraordinary real-life rescue when a man dressed as a superhero found himself saving a stranger's life in a dramatic nighttime emergency.
Remembrance Sunday parade cancelled over safety concerns
A historic Remembrance Sunday parade in Greater Manchester has been cancelled due to alleged health and safety concerns, sparking fury among veterans and residents who call it 'disrespectful' to fallen heroes.
Teen hero stops armed intruder at school dance
An 18-year-old student became an unexpected hero when he confronted and disarmed a gunman who opened fire at his school's homecoming dance in Pennsylvania.
Kipling's desperate WWI letters about missing son revealed
Newly discovered correspondence reveals the Jungle Book author's desperate search for his son John during the Battle of Loos, exposing a father's private torment behind the public patriotism.
Hero dog saves owner's life in double medical emergency
Meet Sharwood the shar-pei cross who has become a lifesaving hero after alerting neighbours when his owner suffered two medical crises. This incredible story of canine intuition and loyalty will restore your faith in man's best friend.
Hero uses JCB digger to save man from drowning in river
In an incredible display of quick thinking, a construction worker used a JCB digger to rescue a man struggling in a swollen river in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Groom saves boy from surf during wedding photos
A Gold Coast surf lifesaver's wedding day took an extraordinary turn when he rescued a struggling boy from dangerous surf during his own beach photoshoot in a remarkable display of instinct and bravery.
Hero dog saves Florida woman after woodland fall
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a loyal dog named Max leads emergency crews to his injured owner who had fallen in remote Florida woodland, showcasing incredible canine intuition and bravery.
Hero teen saves family from house fire, suffers burns
An 18-year-old Australian man risked his life to save a mother and daughter from a terrifying house fire in Victoria, suffering severe burns in the dramatic rescue mission.
Tesco driver hailed a hero for rescue from burning car
A quick-thinking Tesco delivery driver is hailed a hero after pulling an 80-year-old woman and her dog from a burning car following a dramatic crash in West Sussex.
British Town's Cinematic Tribute to Local Hero
Discover how a small UK community and a filmmaking family united to immortalise the extraordinary story of an everyday hero in a heartwarming cinematic celebration.
Brit tourist hailed hero after saving family from drowning in Crete
A quick-thinking British tourist is being hailed a hero after rescuing a mother and her two young children from treacherous seas in Crete. Tom Lewis's incredible act of bravery has put men to shame worldwide.
Teen's heroic act after police chase crash in Birmingham
A 17-year-old boy's astonishing act of bravery unfolded in Birmingham after a police pursuit ended in a dramatic crash. The teen's quick thinking and selfless actions are being hailed as truly heroic.
Southport Hero Stabbed Confronting Killer
Jonathan Hayes, a 49-year-old local hero, was brutally stabbed after bravely confronting the Southport attacker. Exclusive details reveal his courageous attempt to prevent further tragedy during the horrific spree.
US Army cadet hailed hero after M3 motorway rescue
A US Army cadet training at Sandhurst is being celebrated for his incredible bravery after pulling an unconscious driver from a burning vehicle on the M3 motorway, an act of heroism that has captured the public's admiration.
EA FC 25 Leak: New Hero & Bundesliga Star Revealed
A massive EA Sports FC 25 leak has revealed a brand-new Hero card for Ultimate Team, alongside a top-tier Bundesliga player inclusion, sending the community into a frenzy.
Teen hero saves toddler from drowning in Winsford lake
A 14-year-old boy, Logan Carter, is hailed a hero after dramatically rescuing a two-year-old child from drowning in Winsford's popular park lake. Cheshire Police commend his quick thinking and bravery.
Vardy's Italian Job: Tattoo & Hero's Welcome at Cremonese
Leicester City legend Jamie Vardy swaps the Premier League for Serie B, receiving a rapturous welcome from Italian fans and even getting a club tattoo before jetting off on holiday with wife Rebekah.
9/11 Firefighter's Daughter Marries in Emotional Tribute
Kristin Marino, daughter of a 9/11 firefighter hero, honoured her father's memory at her wedding. A poignant tribute with an empty seat and his saved helmet moved guests to tears.
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