Which military honours did Mannock receive?
Victoria Cross
Medal of Honor
Order of Merit
Iron Cross
Answer
The Victoria Cross (VC) is the highest military honour in the British honours system. It is awarded for valour "in the presence of the enemy". Edward Mannock was a British fighter pilot who was one of the most successful flying aces of World War I. He was awarded the VC for his outstanding bravery and leadership during a series of aerial engagements in 1918.
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