Description
Explore the captivating narrative of 'The Protest Years,' a crucial addition to The Official History of ASIO. This detailed account, published by Allen & Unwin, delves into a transformative period of Australia marked by significant social upheaval, including protests for women's rights, Aboriginal land rights, and opposition to the Vietnam War, all during Robert Menzies' long premiership. With insightful analysis backed by unrestricted access to ASIO's internal files, this book offers a unique perspective on the domestic intelligence organization's efforts from the late Menzies era through to the controversial dismissal of the Whitlam government. Uncover the intricate web of politics, power, and social change as the narrative reveals ASIO’s role in monitoring student activism and countering the Cold War threats of the time. The book also examines the alleged involvement of the CIA in Australian affairs and the dramatic events leading to the raid on ASIO headquarters by Attorney-General Lionel Murphy. With 592 pages of rigorous research and compelling storytelling, 'The Protest Years' stands as a vital resource for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in the intersection of intelligence, politics, and societal change in Australia during a tumultuous era. Order your brand new copy today to uncover the profound impact of this pivotal time in Australian history! Fast shipping options available, ensuring you receive your order promptly.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760294182
Year: 2016
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 592
Description:
By 1963, Robert Menzies had been prime minister for thirteen years, Australia had its first troops in Vietnam, and change was in the air. There would soon be street protests over women's rights, Aboriginal land rights and the Vietnam War, and unprecedented student activism. With the Cold War lingering, ASIO was concerned that protests were being orchestrated to foment revolution.
The Protest Years tells the inside story of Australia's domestic intelligence organisation from the last of the Menzies years to the dismissal of the Whitlam government. With unrestricted access to ASIO's internal files, and extensive interviews with insiders, for the first time the circumstances surrounding the alleged role of ASIO in the demise of the Whitlam Government are revealed, and the question of the CIA's involvement in Australia is explored. The extraordinary background to the raid on ASIO headquarters in Melbourne by Attorney-General Lionel Murphy, and Australia's efforts at countering Soviet bloc espionage, as well as the sensitive intelligence activities in South Vietnam, are exposed.
The Protest Years is the second of three volumes of The Official History of ASIO.
'John Blaxland...provides a compelling account of ASIO's activities - glorious and otherwise - from the end of the Menzies era through to Whitlam's dismissal.' Laura Tingle, Australian Financial Review
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760294182
Year: 2016
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 592
Description:
By 1963, Robert Menzies had been prime minister for thirteen years, Australia had its first troops in Vietnam, and change was in the air. There would soon be street protests over women's rights, Aboriginal land rights and the Vietnam War, and unprecedented student activism. With the Cold War lingering, ASIO was concerned that protests were being orchestrated to foment revolution.
The Protest Years tells the inside story of Australia's domestic intelligence organisation from the last of the Menzies years to the dismissal of the Whitlam government. With unrestricted access to ASIO's internal files, and extensive interviews with insiders, for the first time the circumstances surrounding the alleged role of ASIO in the demise of the Whitlam Government are revealed, and the question of the CIA's involvement in Australia is explored. The extraordinary background to the raid on ASIO headquarters in Melbourne by Attorney-General Lionel Murphy, and Australia's efforts at countering Soviet bloc espionage, as well as the sensitive intelligence activities in South Vietnam, are exposed.
The Protest Years is the second of three volumes of The Official History of ASIO.
'John Blaxland...provides a compelling account of ASIO's activities - glorious and otherwise - from the end of the Menzies era through to Whitlam's dismissal.' Laura Tingle, Australian Financial Review