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Discover the gripping narrative of 'The Chipilly Six', a fascinating account of bravery, camaraderie, and the harsh realities of war. Set in the historical backdrop of 9 August 1918, as the battle rages on at Chipilly Spur overlooking the Somme River, this book recounts a pivotal moment when two Australian sergeants, Jack Hayes and Harold Andrews, defy orders and take extraordinary risks to reignite a stalled British advance against German machine gunners. This compelling historical account delves into the lives of these soldiers, their unparalleled courage, and the intimate stories that accompany their service, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of their sacrifices. Historian Lucas Jordan masterfully blends military history with personal experiences, chronicling not only their battlefield valor but also their return to a nation grappling with the aftermath of war, including the pandemic, the Great Depression, and the significance of the very first Anzac Day dawn service. This brand new publication by NewSouth Publishing offers readers insights into the extraordinary lives of the Chipilly Six, showcasing a forgotten but essential aspect of Australia’s military history. Join us in exploring a remarkable narrative that honors the valor of these soldiers and shines a light on their lasting legacy in Australian history. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781742238098, Year: 2023.
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: 9781742238098
Year: 2023
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Description:
On 9 August 1918, at Chipilly Spur overlooking the Somme River, an entire British Army Corps is held up by German machine gunners.
The battle has raged for 30 hours and more than 2000 men have fallen. Then, two Australian sergeants, Jack Hayes and Harold Andrews, go absent without leave and cross the Somme ahead of British lines. Seeing that the British advance is stopped, they re-cross the river, gather four mates and return to drive the Germans off the spur.
The extraordinary feats of the Chipilly Six and the personal stories of these diggers have been overlooked. Historian Lucas Jordan weaves a compelling tale of the lives of the soldiers, chronicling their return home and years after service, through a pandemic, the Great Depression, another world war and the very first Anzac Day dawn service.
ÂThe Chipilly Six were extraordinary men in extraordinary times. Lucas Jordan reveals a wider story of Australia™s Great War veterans as they battled a nation forgetting, a bitter Depression, another World War and beyond. This is a remarkable insight into a vanishing world™ ” Bill Gammage, Emeritus Professor, Humanities Research Centre, ANU
ÂAn absolute cracker of a story. No one ” and I literally mean no one! ” is more equipped to write a compelling book about the remarkable story of the Chipilly Six.™ ” Ross McMullin, author of Life So Full of Promise
ÂA superb piece of investigative historical storytelling. Lucas Jordan is part of a new generation of military historians. He is a bright star.™ ” Peter Stanley, author of Bad Characters: Sex, Crime, Murder and the Austra
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: 9781742238098
Year: 2023
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Description:
On 9 August 1918, at Chipilly Spur overlooking the Somme River, an entire British Army Corps is held up by German machine gunners.
The battle has raged for 30 hours and more than 2000 men have fallen. Then, two Australian sergeants, Jack Hayes and Harold Andrews, go absent without leave and cross the Somme ahead of British lines. Seeing that the British advance is stopped, they re-cross the river, gather four mates and return to drive the Germans off the spur.
The extraordinary feats of the Chipilly Six and the personal stories of these diggers have been overlooked. Historian Lucas Jordan weaves a compelling tale of the lives of the soldiers, chronicling their return home and years after service, through a pandemic, the Great Depression, another world war and the very first Anzac Day dawn service.
ÂThe Chipilly Six were extraordinary men in extraordinary times. Lucas Jordan reveals a wider story of Australia™s Great War veterans as they battled a nation forgetting, a bitter Depression, another World War and beyond. This is a remarkable insight into a vanishing world™ ” Bill Gammage, Emeritus Professor, Humanities Research Centre, ANU
ÂAn absolute cracker of a story. No one ” and I literally mean no one! ” is more equipped to write a compelling book about the remarkable story of the Chipilly Six.™ ” Ross McMullin, author of Life So Full of Promise
ÂA superb piece of investigative historical storytelling. Lucas Jordan is part of a new generation of military historians. He is a bright star.™ ” Peter Stanley, author of Bad Characters: Sex, Crime, Murder and the Austra