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Episode 2 - The Countdown Begins
In Episode 2 of The Victoria Cross Hunters: In Search of Valour, we begin our countdown of 20 remarkable Victoria Cross recipients.
At number 20 is Major James McCudden VC—one of Britain’s greatest First World War flying aces and its most highly decorated pilot.
Ron Howard and Adam Pearce explore McCudden’s extraordinary journey from teenage bugler and aircraft mechanic to elite fighter pilot. We examine the skill, courage and tactical intelligence behind his remarkable combat record, as well as the rumour connecting him to the Red Baron’s supposed 15th victory.
We also tell the tragic story…
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