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For
175 years, men and women of the Metropolitan Police have helped to safeguard
London. In peacetime and in war, they have frequently risked their own
lives to protect the citizens of the capital. Sadly, not all those who
earned medals survived to collect them.
Jane Lawrence’s book records the many acts of gallantry through the
years and the awards earned and gazetted, which range from the British
Empire Medal to the George Cross. Details are also included of other medals
earned including those awarded by The Royal Humane Society and the Carnegie
Hero Fund.
The book also contains details of many notorious events including the
murders committed by Dr. Crippen and by Ruth Ellis, the last woman to
be hanged for murder.
The author is a serving police officer with a long and distinguished record
and the Foreword is written by Sir John Stevens, Commissioner of Police
for the London Metropolitan force. |
