Description
The Ghosts of Roebuck Bay is an evocative narrative that delves into one of Australia's most tragic yet overlooked wartime events. This compelling book recounts the Japanese air raid on Broome on March 3, 1942, a pivotal moment that marked one of the deadliest attacks on Australian soil. Through its pages, readers will encounter the harrowing accounts of the townsfolk who faced this catastrophic assault without warning, witnessing the devastating loss of nearly a hundred lives in just one hour. The book meticulously captures the spirit of survival amidst chaos, weaving a tapestry of stories from refugees and soldiers alike. Each chapter reveals not only the historical significance of the raid but also the personal tales of resilience, bravery, and heartbreak that resonate through time. With comprehensive research and gripping storytelling, The Ghosts of Roebuck Bay ensures that this vital piece of history is not forgotten.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742612362
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 304
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9781742612362
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 304
Description:
The Japanese attack on Broome is the second most deadly air raid on Australia soil in our history and yet it's almost entirely overlooked. On 3 March 1942, nine Japanese Zero planes strafed the small town planning to destroy the aerodrome and American planes. With no notice, the townsfolk could only put up minimal opposition and in an attack that lasted only an hour, almost one hundred men, women and children lost their lives. Not a single operational aircraft remained in Broome, but the shocking loss of human life can never be truly calculated. The Ghosts of Roebuck Bay tells the story of this tragedy, shining light on a story that has slipped through the cracks of history. A captivating tale of refugees and soldiers, of reputations made and lost, of survival and spirit that resonates to today.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742612362
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 304
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9781742612362
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 304
Description:
The Japanese attack on Broome is the second most deadly air raid on Australia soil in our history and yet it's almost entirely overlooked. On 3 March 1942, nine Japanese Zero planes strafed the small town planning to destroy the aerodrome and American planes. With no notice, the townsfolk could only put up minimal opposition and in an attack that lasted only an hour, almost one hundred men, women and children lost their lives. Not a single operational aircraft remained in Broome, but the shocking loss of human life can never be truly calculated. The Ghosts of Roebuck Bay tells the story of this tragedy, shining light on a story that has slipped through the cracks of history. A captivating tale of refugees and soldiers, of reputations made and lost, of survival and spirit that resonates to today.