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Discover the poignant narrative of 'Good Luck to All the Lads: the Wartime Story of Brian Cox 1939-43'. Authored by Peter Cox, this remarkable book unveils the incredible journey of Brian Cox and his comrades from Nelson College as they faced the harrowing realities of the Second World War. The gripping accounts detail their training in New Zealand and Egypt before entering combat in Greece, Libya, and the unforgiving Western Desert. With evocative diary entries, including the heartfelt words penned by Brian on 26 August 1940, this book captures the spirit of camaraderie and bravery inherent among soldiers. Featuring over 110 photographs and maps, 'Good Luck to All the Lads' not only serves as an engaging historical record but also as a tribute to the young men who displayed immense courage, often sacrificing their lives far from home. Perfect for history enthusiasts, military scholars, or anyone interested in New Zealand's wartime history, this 260-page publication is a must-have addition to your bookshelf. Experience a powerful personal story amidst the backdrop of global conflict. Order now and take advantage of our combined shipping policy. All stock is locally available in NZ, which means you can shop with confidence and avoid any unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 260
Author: Peter Cox Publisher: Nationwide Books
Publication Date: 01-09-2008
240 x 170mm / 260 pages The Wartime Story of Brian Cox 1939-43 'Good luck to all the lads'. Brian Cox wrote those words in his diary on 26 August 1940, just before he and his mates from 9 Platoon of 27 (Machine Gun) Battalion experience enemy action for the first time in the Western Desert. Good Luck To All The Lads is the story of Brian Cox and his schoolmates from Nelson College and of 9 Platoon during the Second World War. This moving and fascinating book written by Brian's son Peter Cox, covers the men's time training in New Zealand and Egypt, the action they saw in Greece, Libya and the Western Desert. It is a memorial to the young men, many of them from Nelson College, who bravely served, and sometimes died, so far from home. Over 110 phots & maps.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 260
Author: Peter Cox Publisher: Nationwide Books
Publication Date: 01-09-2008
240 x 170mm / 260 pages The Wartime Story of Brian Cox 1939-43 'Good luck to all the lads'. Brian Cox wrote those words in his diary on 26 August 1940, just before he and his mates from 9 Platoon of 27 (Machine Gun) Battalion experience enemy action for the first time in the Western Desert. Good Luck To All The Lads is the story of Brian Cox and his schoolmates from Nelson College and of 9 Platoon during the Second World War. This moving and fascinating book written by Brian's son Peter Cox, covers the men's time training in New Zealand and Egypt, the action they saw in Greece, Libya and the Western Desert. It is a memorial to the young men, many of them from Nelson College, who bravely served, and sometimes died, so far from home. Over 110 phots & maps.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.