Recognising gallantry, dedication, determination, fortitude etc is a very worthy activity.
It inspires others to do incredible things too.
All part of military (fighting) ethos.
First comment...spot on!
Second part....only an idiot would calmly appraise a situation and determine what Gong he was going to collect for a specific act.
Third part....We should and do recognize our fellow war fighters when they perform acts of gallantry during difficult circumstances.....far too many deserving acts go un-rewarded unfortunately.
I attribute mine to an excess of poor judgement and very poor decision making mixed with being cornered and having no alternative.
On a serious note....glad to see Awards being given as notice of service well done!
Hand Salute!