Description
Discover the multifaceted world of military life in 'Beyond Combat.' This compelling book delves into the diverse responsibilities and experiences that are integral to military operations outside of the battlefield. Featuring a blend of historical perspectives and personal accounts, 'Beyond Combat' explores the lives of army nurses who penned heartfelt letters during the First World War, the challenges faced by military families in Southeast Asia amidst the Cold War, and the poignant stories of recovering fallen air force heroes. Additionally, it highlights the essential work of educating Papua New Guinean forces and the unique experiences of LGBTI soldiers in the military.
Published by NewSouth Publishing in 2018, this hardcover edition (ISBN: 9781742235905) is a must-read for anyone interested in military history and the social dimensions of armed forces. With contributions from esteemed historians and military personnel such as Christina Twomey and Noah Riseman, you'll gain valuable insights into the responsibilities that soldiers uphold beyond combat. Embrace a more comprehensive understanding of military service and its impact on society.
Enjoy free shipping on this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Add 'Beyond Combat' to your collection today and enrich your perspective on military history and operations!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742235905
Year: 2018
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Description:
'Even a military that is solely dedicated to preparing for war creates, simply by existing, a suite of responsibilities that has very little to do with combat.'— Tristan Moss and Tom Richardson
There is a lot more to military life than war. From an army nurse's letters home during the First World War, military families in Southeast Asia during the Cold War and recovering air force war dead to educating Papua New Guinean forces and the experiences of LGBTI soldiers, Beyond Combat is a wide-ranging examination of military operations away from the battlefield.
With contributions from historians and military personnel, including Christina Twomey, Noah Riseman, Shirleene Robinson and Clare O'Neill, Beyond Combat reveals important aspects of military history too often overlooked.
Published by NewSouth Publishing in 2018, this hardcover edition (ISBN: 9781742235905) is a must-read for anyone interested in military history and the social dimensions of armed forces. With contributions from esteemed historians and military personnel such as Christina Twomey and Noah Riseman, you'll gain valuable insights into the responsibilities that soldiers uphold beyond combat. Embrace a more comprehensive understanding of military service and its impact on society.
Enjoy free shipping on this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Add 'Beyond Combat' to your collection today and enrich your perspective on military history and operations!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742235905
Year: 2018
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Description:
'Even a military that is solely dedicated to preparing for war creates, simply by existing, a suite of responsibilities that has very little to do with combat.'— Tristan Moss and Tom Richardson
There is a lot more to military life than war. From an army nurse's letters home during the First World War, military families in Southeast Asia during the Cold War and recovering air force war dead to educating Papua New Guinean forces and the experiences of LGBTI soldiers, Beyond Combat is a wide-ranging examination of military operations away from the battlefield.
With contributions from historians and military personnel, including Christina Twomey, Noah Riseman, Shirleene Robinson and Clare O'Neill, Beyond Combat reveals important aspects of military history too often overlooked.