Description
Discover the untold stories of bravery and sacrifice with 'ANZACS on the Western Front,' your ultimate guide to the ANZAC troops during World War I. This lavishly illustrated book, published by John Wiley & Sons Australia, presents a newly updated account of the ANZAC involvement on the Western Front. Stretching across 600 pages, it features a comprehensive exploration of 28 significant battlefields, enriched with rare photographs and archival documents from the Australian War Memorial.
Designed for both history enthusiasts and travelers alike, this book offers detailed walking and driving tours, providing not only tactical insights but also personal reflections from soldiers' diaries. Each chapter chronologically details the key battles fought from 1916 to 1918, capturing the larger-than-life personalities behind the ANZAC legacy.
Whether you're planning a battlefield tour or exploring history from home, 'ANZACS on the Western Front' serves as your definitive guide. It includes essays on pivotal figures, valuable information about cemeteries, museums, and memorials, while also delivering essential travel tips for those wanting to experience these historic sites firsthand. Discover the profound impact of the ANZACs and the monumental efforts made during this challenging chapter in Australian and New Zealand history. Unveil the emotional narratives and visual richness of the Western Front with this essential battlefield guide.
Designed for both history enthusiasts and travelers alike, this book offers detailed walking and driving tours, providing not only tactical insights but also personal reflections from soldiers' diaries. Each chapter chronologically details the key battles fought from 1916 to 1918, capturing the larger-than-life personalities behind the ANZAC legacy.
Whether you're planning a battlefield tour or exploring history from home, 'ANZACS on the Western Front' serves as your definitive guide. It includes essays on pivotal figures, valuable information about cemeteries, museums, and memorials, while also delivering essential travel tips for those wanting to experience these historic sites firsthand. Discover the profound impact of the ANZACs and the monumental efforts made during this challenging chapter in Australian and New Zealand history. Unveil the emotional narratives and visual richness of the Western Front with this essential battlefield guide.