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Book, Lorevan Publishing, Once we were men, 1984
A riveting tale of of the corruption and violence of war and the honour of menp.224.A riveting tale of of the corruption and violence of war and the honour of menworld war 1939-1945 - fiction, burma - fiction -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Arrow Books, The screaming eagles, 1983
Fictional account of the "Battle of the Bulge"p.216.Fictional account of the "Battle of the Bulge"world war 1939-1945 - fiction, world war 1939-1945 campaigns - europe -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, New English Library, Mission MIA, 1980
The search for missing military personnel in Vietnamp.240.non-fictionThe search for missing military personnel in Vietnamvietnam war 1961-1975 – us - involvement, vietnam war 1945-1975 - missing soldiers -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Panther, Empire of the sun, 1985
The heartrending story of British boy Jim's four year ordeal in a Japanese prison camp during the second world war. Based on J. G. Ballard's own childhood, this is the extraordinary account of a boy's life in Japanese-occupied wartime Shanghai--a mesmerising, hypnotically compelling novel of war, of starvation and survival, of internment camps and death marches. It blends searing honesty with an almost hallucinatory vision of a world thrown utterly out of joint. Rooted as it is in the author's own disturbing experience of war in our time, it is one of a handful of novels by which the twentieth century will be not only remembered but judged.p.351.fictionThe heartrending story of British boy Jim's four year ordeal in a Japanese prison camp during the second world war. Based on J. G. Ballard's own childhood, this is the extraordinary account of a boy's life in Japanese-occupied wartime Shanghai--a mesmerising, hypnotically compelling novel of war, of starvation and survival, of internment camps and death marches. It blends searing honesty with an almost hallucinatory vision of a world thrown utterly out of joint. Rooted as it is in the author's own disturbing experience of war in our time, it is one of a handful of novels by which the twentieth century will be not only remembered but judged. world war 1939-1945 - fiction, world war 1939 – 1945 - prisons and prisoners - japanese -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Simon, Reported to be alive, 1965
An American news photographer is held in brutal captivity for fifteen months by Communist Pathet Lao - and for his courage is awarded the Medal of Freedom by President John F. Kennedyp.350.non-fictionAn American news photographer is held in brutal captivity for fifteen months by Communist Pathet Lao - and for his courage is awarded the Medal of Freedom by President John F. Kennedyprisoners of war - abuse of - united states, vietnam war - 1961-1975 -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, FW Cheshire, Wingate Adventure, 1944
Behind the Japanese lines in Burma - An account of the most amazing military experiment in World War Twop.188.non-fictionBehind the Japanese lines in Burma - An account of the most amazing military experiment in World War Twoorde wingate 1903-1944, world war 1939-1945 - campaigns - burma -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Fontana, Safer than a known way : one man's epic struggle against Japanese and jungle, 1975
The personal experiences of an officer in the Gurkhas who joined Wingate's Chindits during the Burma campaign in World War II.p.287.non-fictionThe personal experiences of an officer in the Gurkhas who joined Wingate's Chindits during the Burma campaign in World War II. world war 1939-1945 - campaigns - burma, world war 1939-1945 - personal narratives -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Readers Book Club, Force 10 from Navarone, 1968
Almost before the last echoes of the famous guns have died away, the three Navarone heroes are parachuted into war-torn Yugoslavia to rescue a division of partisans and fulfil a secret mission, so deadly that it must be hidden even from their own allies.p.256non-fictionAlmost before the last echoes of the famous guns have died away, the three Navarone heroes are parachuted into war-torn Yugoslavia to rescue a division of partisans and fulfil a secret mission, so deadly that it must be hidden even from their own allies. world war 1939-1945 - fiction, british fiction -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
One Day Hill, The line : a man's experience; a son's quest to understand, 2006
A man's reflection of the infamous Burma railwayp.190.non-fictionA man's reflection of the infamous Burma railwayworld war 1939 – 1945 - prisons and prisoners – japanese, burma - thailand railway -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Groset and Dunlap, The splinter fleet of the Otranto barrage, 1936
An account of the battle of Durazzop.307.non-fictionAn account of the battle of Durazzoworld war 1914-1918 - submarine warfare, battle of durazzo -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Cassell, Goshawk Squadron, 2000
For Stanley Woolley, commanding officer of Goshawk Squadron, the romance of chivalry in the clouds is just a myth. The code he drums into his men is simple and savage: shoot the enemy in the back before he knows you're there. Even so, he believes the whole squadron will be dead within three months.p.224.fictionFor Stanley Woolley, commanding officer of Goshawk Squadron, the romance of chivalry in the clouds is just a myth. The code he drums into his men is simple and savage: shoot the enemy in the back before he knows you're there. Even so, he believes the whole squadron will be dead within three months.air warfare - fiction, world war 1914-1918 - aerial operations -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Signet, The eagle has flown, 1996
The breathtaking sequel to the all-time classic, THE EAGLE HAS LANDED, reissued for a new generation The greatest World War Two story of all time - is not over...By the end of 1943, all evidence of the abortive German attempt to assassinate Winston Churchill has been carefully buried in an unmarked grave in the Norfolk village of Studley Constable. But two of the most wanted ringleaders are still alive...In the fourth hard winter of war, British Intelligence pick up disturbing reports from Heinrich Himmler's power base in Wewelsburg Castle. The mission is not yet accomplished. For the Fatherland, the Reichsfuhrer is demanding the Eagle's return...p.341.fictionThe breathtaking sequel to the all-time classic, THE EAGLE HAS LANDED, reissued for a new generation The greatest World War Two story of all time - is not over...By the end of 1943, all evidence of the abortive German attempt to assassinate Winston Churchill has been carefully buried in an unmarked grave in the Norfolk village of Studley Constable. But two of the most wanted ringleaders are still alive...In the fourth hard winter of war, British Intelligence pick up disturbing reports from Heinrich Himmler's power base in Wewelsburg Castle. The mission is not yet accomplished. For the Fatherland, the Reichsfuhrer is demanding the Eagle's return...world war- 1939-1945 - secret operations - germany - fiction., world war 1939 - 1945 - fiction -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Futura Publications, U-700, 1980
Second World War thriller. British Intelligence wants to capture a U-boat to learn the secrets, but one man, branded a coward, tries to stop them.p.205.fictionSecond World War thriller. British Intelligence wants to capture a U-boat to learn the secrets, but one man, branded a coward, tries to stop them.world war 1939 - 1945 - fiction, submarine warfare - world war ii -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Hinkler Books, Convoy, 2003
World War II novel about submarine hunters in the North Atlantic. The action follows lieutenant Ned Yorke of the British Navy, who is sent to investigate a rash of unexplained convoy sinkings. He must find out how German submarines are arriving undetected in the midst of the convoys and why a mysterious Swedish vessel is always present. Posing as a shipwrecked sailor, he manages to get aboard the Swedish ship.p.390.fictionWorld War II novel about submarine hunters in the North Atlantic. The action follows lieutenant Ned Yorke of the British Navy, who is sent to investigate a rash of unexplained convoy sinkings. He must find out how German submarines are arriving undetected in the midst of the convoys and why a mysterious Swedish vessel is always present. Posing as a shipwrecked sailor, he manages to get aboard the Swedish ship.world war 1939 - 1945 - fiction, naval operations - fictional -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Corgi Books, 633 Squadron, 1969
Another in the fictional series around the famous 633squadronp.222.fictionAnother in the fictional series around the famous 633squadronworld war 1939-1945 - britain - aerial operations - fiction, 633 squadron -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Newspaper - Clipping, The Sun, Robin Boyd 'of the world', 19.10.1971
Reports on the speech given by Mr WW Shugg, Federal President of RAIA as a memorial tribute to Robin Boyd at the RAIA building. A photograph of the three building in Howe Cres South Melbourne, the new headquarters of Victorian Chapter of RAIA, which are to be restored by a public appeal, a a memorial to Robin Boyd.p 11walsh st library -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Newspaper - Clipping, Keith Dunstan, 'Boyd was a fighter' and 'Australia carries his creative mark', 18.10.1971
The first article 'Boyd was a fighter' by Keith Dunstan, is a personal tribute of the man. The second article, 'Australia carries his creative mark', reports on what various people said at the funeral, including Henry Bolte, Peter McIntyre, Osborn McCutcheon, Joseph Burke, Roy Grounds, B.B. Patten.p 23henry bolte, peter mcintyre, osborn mccutcheon, joseph burke, roy grounds, b.b. patten, walsh st library, tribute -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Booklet, Blake, Thom et al, The Uniting Church and Aborigines, 1984
Gives the Uniting Church's position on many questions posed by other rces on Aboriginals. «xplains clearly some of the misconceptions on rights and reconciliation.33 P.Gives the Uniting Church's position on many questions posed by other rces on Aboriginals. «xplains clearly some of the misconceptions on rights and reconciliation.uniting church in australia. | aboriginal australians -- religion. | aboriginal australians -- civil rights. -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Document - Printed Sheets, Birch, Tony, The Recognition of Indigenous Rights within the Museum of Victoria. - 'all things are linked or interrelated in one way or another" An essay for the Museum of Victoria, 1996
Indigenous cultures throughout Australia enjoy diverse histories and cultures. In recognition of this it would be advantageous for the museum to further develop "exchange' programs in museums throughout Australia, which would allow indigenous knowledge to be shared by indigenous communities.45 P.; Indigenous cultures throughout Australia enjoy diverse histories and cultures. In recognition of this it would be advantageous for the museum to further develop "exchange' programs in museums throughout Australia, which would allow indigenous knowledge to be shared by indigenous communities.indigenous rights - cultural responsibility, museum of victoria - indigenous rights recognition. -
Koorie Heritage Trust
Document - Printed Sheets, Batey, Isaac, The Aboriginals - transcript of the handwritten memoirs of Isaac Batey
This memoir contains observations of the Aboriginal people in the Sunbury area mainly. From 1844 onwards this young boy has recounted memories of his life, this section deals with Aboriginals. Although the language and observations may offend some people they are also a reflection of the attitudes of his times, and give an indication of the settlers' reactions to the inhabitants of a new land. Recorded in 1909.17 P.;This memoir contains observations of the Aboriginal people in the Sunbury area mainly. From 1844 onwards this young boy has recounted memories of his life, this section deals with Aboriginals. Although the language and observations may offend some people they are also a reflection of the attitudes of his times, and give an indication of the settlers' reactions to the inhabitants of a new land. Recorded in 1909.batey, isaac b. 1838., sunbury - red stone hill - ?boriginals, history., aboriginals - woiworong - hunting; possum skin rug making; baskets; cooking ovens; death-customs; myrnong. -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Newspaper - Clipping, The Sun, "Robin Boyd 'of the world'" and "Opera house 'is for mushrooms'", 19.10.1971
The first article reports on the speech given by Mr WW Shugg, Federal President of RAIA as a memorial tribute to Robin Boyd at the RAIA building. The second article reports on the disparaging opinion of Mr Colin Badger, director of the Council of Adult Education, on the Sydney Opera House.p 11shugg, memorial service, sydney opera house, walsh st library -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Newspaper - Clipping, The Sun, Going back to 1850s, 19.11.1971
This article anticipates the opening of the new Tower Hill centre. It compares the 1855 landscape of Tower Hill painted by Eugene von Guerard with the today's landscape - very different indeed.p 16tower hill, von guerard, walsh st library -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Gollancz, The trial of Mussolini : being a verbatim report of the first great trial for war criminals held in London sometime in 1944 or 1945, 1943
A fictional account of an imagined trial of Italian dictator, Benito Mussolinip.82.fictionA fictional account of an imagined trial of Italian dictator, Benito Mussoliniworld war 1939-1945 - fiction, war crimes trials -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Melbourne University Press, The Suez war, 1957
Why did the Suez War ever come to pass? Why did Eden, against public opinion and without sufficient military capability, decide to invade Egypt? When Gamal Abdel Nasser decided to nationalize the Suez Canal, Britain and France reacted dramatically, beginning a chain of events that ultimately led to war. But why did Nasser nationalize the canal in the first place? And what part did the United States of America play in sparking the conflict that resulted in war? Paul Johnson skillfully and clearly explains the roots of the war, the many different political factors involved, the resultant invasion and its repercussions. First published in 1957, The Suez War walks us through a conflict that many historians feel should never have taken place, and one that Johnson argues has exposed i(t)he real weakness of Britain i never again can we play our unique and honourable role as keeper of the worlds conscience.p.145.non-fictionWhy did the Suez War ever come to pass? Why did Eden, against public opinion and without sufficient military capability, decide to invade Egypt? When Gamal Abdel Nasser decided to nationalize the Suez Canal, Britain and France reacted dramatically, beginning a chain of events that ultimately led to war. But why did Nasser nationalize the canal in the first place? And what part did the United States of America play in sparking the conflict that resulted in war? Paul Johnson skillfully and clearly explains the roots of the war, the many different political factors involved, the resultant invasion and its repercussions. First published in 1957, The Suez War walks us through a conflict that many historians feel should never have taken place, and one that Johnson argues has exposed i(t)he real weakness of Britain i never again can we play our unique and honourable role as keeper of the worlds conscience.suez crisis - 1956, united kingdom - foreign relations - egypt -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
T.A.G. Hungerford, The ridge and the river, 1952
A novel based on the author's experiences while serving with the 2/8 Australian Commando Squadron in New Guinea, New Britain and Bougainville during World War II.p.220fictionA novel based on the author's experiences while serving with the 2/8 Australian Commando Squadron in New Guinea, New Britain and Bougainville during World War II.world war 1939-1945 - campaigns - new guinea, world war 1939-1945 - fiction -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Angus and Robertson, Poetical works of Henry Lawson, 1957
A collection of the poetical works of Henry Lawsonp.272fictionA collection of the poetical works of Henry Lawsonaustralia - literary works, australia - poetry -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, George Robertson and Company, Poems of Henry Clarence Kendall, 1890
A collection of poems by Henry Clarence Kendallp.328.fictionA collection of poems by Henry Clarence Kendallaustralia - poetry - 19th century, australia - literary works -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Home Entertainment Library, For the term of his natural life, 1935
A novel of colonial prison life in Van Diemens Landp.494.fictionA novel of colonial prison life in Van Diemens Landaustralia - fiction, australia - convict system -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Rolf Boldrewood [pseud.], Robbery under arms : a story of life and adventure in the bush and in the goldfields of Australia, 1947
Robbery Under Arms was acclaimed as an Australian classic almost immediately after it appeared in book form in the late 1880s. It was praised for its excitement, romance and authentic picture of 1850s colonial life. As the first writer to attempt a long narrative in the voice of an uneducated Australian bushman, Rolf Boldrewood had created a story with enduring cultural resonance. Its continuing appeal and popularity have seen the tale frequently adapted for stage, radio, film and television.p.433.fictionRobbery Under Arms was acclaimed as an Australian classic almost immediately after it appeared in book form in the late 1880s. It was praised for its excitement, romance and authentic picture of 1850s colonial life. As the first writer to attempt a long narrative in the voice of an uneducated Australian bushman, Rolf Boldrewood had created a story with enduring cultural resonance. Its continuing appeal and popularity have seen the tale frequently adapted for stage, radio, film and television. australia - fiction, australia - bushrangers - history -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Macmillan, The miner's right : a tale of the Australian goldfields, 1920
A novel of the Australian goldfieldsp.389.fictionA novel of the Australian goldfieldsaustralia - fiction, australia - goldrush