More than seven million British soldiers took part in one of bloodiest conflicts in history, the First World War, many of whom have their own unique acts of courage and tales of valour.

A special ceremony at Manchester Town Hall will see around 70 veterans awarded with the prestigious Ushakov Medal – one of the highest honours the Russian Federation can bestow

The medals were stolen while Syd Cooper of Poynton, Greater Manchester, attended a funeral at Stockport Cemetery

Clegg snatched two silvers at IPC Athletics World Championships