Keith Burton's photos with the keyword: VC

This crucifix is affixed to the outside wall of St Peter's Church, in Petersfield, Hampshire in memory of Commander Loftus William Jones RN VC. His last command in WW1 was HMS SHARK. His Victoria Cross was awarded posthumously - the citation can be read here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loftus_Jones For anyone who doesn't know, the VC is the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. Not my normal choice of photographic subject - but I had to do something while my wife was shopping and I enjoyed tracking down the story behind it.

With a Union Flag painted on the front and a mural painted on the side by artist David Whittley depicting local characters - this pub really stands out. A former landlord was Leading Seaman William Odgers VC who was decorated during the Maori Wars in 1860. More info in the link for anyone who is interested: www.westcountrylinks.co.uk/history.htm