Victoria Cross Battle of Arnhem tour

The Victoria Cross

The Victoria Cross (VC) is one of the highest awards a British soldier can receive. It requires an act of extreme bravery in the presence of the enemy, and has achieved almost mythical status, with recipients often revered as heroes.

Five VC’s were awarded to brave men who fought during the Battle of Arnhem:

• Lieutenant John Hollington Grayburn
• Flight Lieutenant David Samuel Anthony Lord
• Captain Lionel Ernest Queripel
• Lance-sergeant John Daniel Baskeyfield
• Major Robert Henry Cain

Our skilled local guide will tell the story of the Battle of Arnhem through photos and eyewitness accounts and you will learn how and why the above soldiers were awarded the Victoria Cross and why it is so special to receive one. Visit the places where the brave men fought and may have lost their lives.

Also included is a stop at the war cemetery in Oosterbeek to visit the graves of the 3 VC soldiers who are layed to rest at this location (Lieutenant John Hollington Grayburn, Flight Lieutenant David Samuel Anthony Lord, Captain Lionel Queripel).

This day-tour will take about 6 hours. Please contact us via the form below for if you would like more information about the options. Do mention if you have a preferred date and for how many people you are looking to book the tour.