THE Bromsgrove branch of the Royal British Legion will be hosting a talk this month on a soldier who was awarded three double Victoria Crosses.

The talk, which is being given by Ian Clarke, concentrates on the life and career of Captain Charles Upham, who was presented with the awards, technically known as VC and Bar.

He will be giving his talk ‘The Fighting Soldier’ on Thursday, February 18 at Millfield Social Club in Bromsgrove from 8pm.

Anyone is welcome to attend, and admission is free of charge.