The Greater Share of Honour

Seven men - three British, three French and one Senegalese - born hundreds of miles apart, separated by nationality, race, religion and class... This story describes their early lives, their loves, hopes and despair, and their optimism in the face of the greatest danger and the coming together of their fates. These were ordinary men, at the same time extraordinary in their stubbornness and ability to gain the trust and affection of their friends, families and neighbours... and the respect of their enemies. Follow their transition from bored labouring battalions during the 'Phoney War' to fighting men in the last desperate battle before the defeat of France. This fictional account breathes life into a long-forgotten yet heroic incident at a time of great turmoil.