Barker, VC: The Classic Story of a Legendary First World War Hero

by Wayne Ralph

Lieutenant Colonel William Barker was a successful airman who was greatly decorated, including being a holder of the Victorian Cross, the Croix-de-Guerre and two Italian Silver Medals for Valour. This biography of Barker finds out why his life and achievements have largely been forgotten.

Genres: Biography, History, Canada, Nonfiction, Military Fiction, World War I

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

Reviews

[Gabriele Wills · Rating 4 out of 5]

A compelling account of Canada's most decorated war hero, William Barker, who was an esteemed and gallant fighter pilot in WW1. The warts-and-all honesty of this book takes Barker beyond his hero status to reveal a complex man who is more real and sympathetic because of his failures as well as his achievements. Meticulously researched and intricately detailed, this book is a tribute to Barker and his courageous comrades who should never be forgotten.

[Chris Tschirhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read about an all too forgotten airman of Canada that has been lost to History.

[Denise Boneham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting book about a little known and very human First World War hero. Should be much better known in Canada