Bibliography, ill, maps, p.692.non-fictionThis landmark book explores the richness and diversity of Australian military history, which has had a profound impact on the development of Australia. The two world wars - destructive yet often ennobling commitments for the young nation - have been the most important experiences for several generations of Australians, but military considerations and obligations have had a pervasive influence throughout Australian history. Just as it would be impossible to form a proper understanding of that history without due consideration of Gallipoli, the Kokoda Track, and conscription, it would be difficult to exaggerate the abiding influence of the 'digger' and the Anzac legend. From the beginnings of European settlement and the violence that accompanied it, to the more recent engagement of Australian forces in the Gulf War and peace-keeping operations in Africa, military questions have been a constant theme in the story of Australia. Anzac and Gallipoli are well-known names in the consciousness, but they can only be fully appreciated if examined in a wider context. This book does just that, providing a detailed analysis of Australian military achievements and an assessment of the importance of war in Australian history. The Oxford Companion to Australian Military History covers all aspects of this complex and fascinating subject. It contains more than 800 individual entries, written by leading military historians. All the major campaigns and battles are examined, along with significant military and civilian figures, such as Thomas Blamey, John Monash, John Curtin, Albert Jacka and Charles Bean. There are articles on weapons and weapons systems and on the development of the individual services and their component parts. The roles of industry, science and technology are analysed, and a series of essay-length articles discusses key aspects of our military legacy, including military humour and the impact of war on Australian film, television and literature. Here, then, is the most comprehensive guide to Australian military history, ranging from the colonial period to the 1990s. The Companion is supplemented by 100 photographs and by more than 30 maps. It is an indispensable source for students, specialists and general readers alike. Collapse summary australia - armed forces - history, australia - armed forces - encyclopaedias

Maps, p.255.non-fictionDuring the night of 11 April 1945, eight Australian Z Special commandos landed on Japanese-held Muschu Island, off the coast of New Guinea. Their mission was to reconnoitre the island's defences and confirm the location of two concealed naval guns that commanded the approaches to Wewak Harbour. But the secret mission went horribly wrong. Unknown to them, their presence had been discovered within hours of their landing. With no means of escape, the island became a killing ground. Nine days later, on the New Guinea mainland, the only survivor staggered back through the Japanese lines to safety... This is the remarkable true story of that survivor. world war 1939 – 1945 – campaigns – papua new guinea, world war 1939 – 1945 – personal narratives – australia

Mounted Black and White Photograph of sitsers and brothers : Lt Patricia Ferguson (RAANC) stationed at 1st Australian Field Hospital. Her brother Trooper Peter Ferguson was with the Cavalry at 1st Australian Task force.photograph, raanc, 1st australian field hospital, 1st australian task force

Tucked between India and china is a bulge known as Indochina and south and west of this bulge are the Malayan Peninsula, the three thousand islands of Indonesia, and the seven thousand islands of the Philippines.southeast asia - history, indochina

This volume is an excellent introduction for anyone interested in learning about the Vietnam War, especially strong in its coverage of French and American motivations.indochinese war, 1946-1954., vietnam war, 1961-1975, vietnam - history - 1945-1975, president j f kennedy

Black and white photograph of an APC and two Centurion tanks. APC is damaged and resting on the rear of a tank after being blown up by a 180lb shell, set as a landmine. Infantry and cavalry personnel climb all over APC and tanks assessing damage. Photo is in a black frame.Photograph description of scene as accompanment of photodenis gibbons, armoured personnel carrier, centurion tank, "nympho", operation massey-harris

Huey helicopter carved out of bone mounted on a stone plinth. There ia a heart shape with v2 in red letters (standing for Victor 2company IRNZIR) over dates 67, 68V2 67 68model, nz, 'tribute 08'

Depicts a proud Christian soldier leaving to serve NZ. It is carved out of bone and there is a Kiwi at his side.'Pride' 'honour'model, 'tribute 08', nz

Carved bone model, front with words 'shame' and 'baby killer', back with image of dragon and reptile'shame' 'baby killer'model, 'tribute 08', nz

Bone model of a church with 'you will not kill' and figures of two girlsyou will not killmodel, 'tribute 08', nz

Bone figure on bent knee weighed down by two rocks on his backmodel, 'tribute 08', nz

Bone firgure with arms in the air holding word 'free', a Kiwi ar his feet'Free'model, 'tribute 08', nz

Two stones with letters 'NZ' and 'CH' and word 'forgiven''NZ' 'CH' 'Forgiven'model, 'tribute 08', nz

Bone figurine with rock on his back with words 'honour' and 'pride' and a Kiwi at his feet'Pride' and 'Honour'model, tribute 08, nz

Bone figure standing upright, rock fallen off his back, words 'honour' and 'pride''Pride' and 'Honour'model, tribute 08, nz

Rock with wooden cross with NZ veteran badge and word 'forgive''Forgive'model, tribute 08, nz

'Tribute 08' carved in bone mounted on a rock'Tribute 08'model, tribute 08, nz

Two creatures on a stone with word 'politician' symbolizing dealing with government and veteran affairs'Politician'model, tribute 08, nz

Stone carving of three figures - Viet Cong, Government, and NZ veteran halfway to his grave but still fighting. The word 'honour'model, 'tribute 08', nz

The Oxford Companion to Australian Military History covers all aspects of this complex and fascinating subject.australia - history, military - encyclopedias, australia - armed forces - biography

The year is 1968 - The Tet Offensive has begun. Conscript James "Ned" Kelly os one of six men who featured in this dramatic Vietnam story. "Ned" is almost half-way through his sentenced "Tour of Duty", and is part of the specialist aviation unit, the Australian Army's 161 Reconaissance Flight.vietnam war, 1961-1975 - personal narratives, australian, tet offensive, 161 recce flight, james "ned" kelly

Jungle Green Army trousers with four pockets at front. Extra material at kneesDSN 8405-66-026-2598clothing, trousers, dennis gibbons

Black and silver camera - Nikkormat FT SLR with a zoon lens and attaching plate for flash. No straps. Takes film. Quite heavy. Has provision for michrphone and tripodcamera, dennis gibbons

fictionMust reading for every Ranger candidate. Highly authentic.vietnam war, 1961-1975 - fiction

The year is 1968 - The Tet Offensive has begun. Conscript James "Ned" Kelly os one of six men who featured in this dramatic Vietnam story. "Ned" is almost half-way through his sentenced "Tour of Duty", and is part of the specialist aviation unit, the Australian Army's 161 Reconaissance Flight.vietnam war, 1961-1975 - personal narratives, australian, tet offensive, 161 recce flight, james "ned" kelly

For all the millions of words filed by newsmen, and the thousands of miles of television film, the war in Vietnam continues to perplex, and to dismay with its ferocity, the serious-minded public of the world.vietnam, politics and government