Blade of Honour

Uncover the true stories behind the artwork. Click on these objects in the picture to find out more:

• the Gurkha
• the 'kukri'
• the Tommy Gun

'Blade of Honour', 1968
Acrylic and ink on board, by Gordon Livingstone

'Blade of Honour' tells the tale of Manbir Limbu, who fought for the British in both world wars. He had the reputation of being the bravest of the 'kukri' knife-wielding Nepalese Gurkhas - courageous warriors loyal to the British crown. This cover focuses on the glinting blade of Limbu’s 'kukri'.

• Gurkha
• Tommy Gun
• Kukri