My own particular problem is this - I had a small involvement in SAR in my own service, (mainly a forlorn hope I would be rescued in either the Fulda gap or god knows), - so maybe I am wrong, yet I can clearly see that there is a lack of appreciation for George Medal winners.
I rate these guys as easily equivalent of the V.C., a medal won in the heat of combat, as opposed to the calculated attempt to save lives.
I have a profound respect for Lifeboat men, (I grew up in Lyme Bay), no combat for them other than rescue.
I rate the George medal above the V.C.
Edit : Look at the Penlee Lifeboat disaster, they knew they were going into terrible conditions, yet only a R.N.L.I. Gold medal was awarded - every crewmember should have been a GM.
Last edited by Literground; 22nd March 2013 at 23:38.