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In Gallipoli: The Western Australian Story, Wes Olson provides a fresh perspective - that of the West Australian soldier - on the epic World War I military campaign fought on the shores of the Dardanelles. Drawing on a wealth of research, from personal accounts to official records, the soldier's journey is laid out, from initial conscription and treacherous landing until the tactical masterstroke of somber withdrawal eight months later. Alongside a detailed examination of many of the arduous, vacillating encounters during the conflict, the story of their deployment is recounted largely in the words of the soldiers themselves. The book allows the reader to tread in the footsteps of the soldiers through each painstaking battle for ground, encompassing everything from minor skirmishes to major encounters, during which many of these men would lose their lives. Gallipoli: The Western Australian Story is a vital contribution to Western Australian history, and an invaluable resource for anyone wishing to learn more about one of the defining experiences of a young nation.
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- PublisherUwa Pub
- Publication date2006
- ISBN 10 192069482X
- ISBN 13 9781920694821
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages396
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Hardback. Wes Olson's Gallipoli is a vital contribution to Western Australian history. It is also about an eclectic group of brave, ordinary men who came together on the shores of Gallipoli to help pioneer the ANZAC spirit as their legacy. The story of their deployment is recounted largely in the words of the soldiers themselves. Olson introduces, among others, the larrikin Ben Bailey, heroic Douglas Barrett-Lennard, resourceful John Simpson, and future acclaimed author Albert Facey. He allows you to tread in the shadowy footsteps of the soldiers through each painstaking battle for ground, encompassing everything from minor skirmishes to major encounters, during which many of these men would lose their lives. UWAP, 2006. First edition. A near fine copy only marked by a gift inscription on the front free endpaper. The d/w is fine. Scans available if required. Seller Inventory # 4732400
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University of Western Australia Press, 2006
ISBN 10: 192069482X
ISBN 13: 9781920694821
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Hardcover in Dustjacket. Condition: FINE!. AUSTRALIAN MILITARY West AustralianaInÂGallipoli: The Western Australian Story, Wes Olson provides a fresh perspective on the epic World War I military campaign fought on the shores of the Dardanelles: that of the West Australian soldier. Drawing on a wealth of researchâ"from personal accounts to official recordsâ"the soldierâs journey is laid out, from initial conscription and treacherous landing until the tactical masterstroke of sombre withdrawal eight months later.Alongside a detailed examination of many of the arduous, vacillating encounters during the conflict, the story of their deployment is recounted largely in the words of the soldiers themselves. Olson introduces, among others, the larrikin Ben Bailey, heroic Douglas Barrett-Lennard, resourceful John Simpson, and future acclaimed author Albert Facey. He allows you to tread in the shadowy footsteps of the soldiers through each painstaking battle for ground, encompassing everything from minor skirmishes to major encounters, during which many of these men would lose their lives.Wes OlsonâsÂGallipoliÂis a vital contribution to Western Australian history, and an invaluable resource for anyone wishing to learn more about one of the defining experiences of a young nation. It is also about an eclectic group of brave, ordinary men who came together on the shores of Gallipoli to help pioneer the ANZAC spirit as their legacyâ"one that is still alive in the hearts of Australians today.First Edition. xix, 396 p. : ill., maps, ports. ; 27 cm. #190624 Bibliography: p. 379-383. Great Britain. Army -- Australian and New Zealand Army Corps -- Biography World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Turkey -- Gallipoli Peninsula World War, 1914-1918 -- Western Australia -- Biography Soldiers -- Western Australia -- Biography Elizabeth's Bookshops have been one of Australia's premier independent book dealers since 1973. Elizabeth's family-owned business operates four branches in Perth CBD, Fremantle (WA), and Newtown (NSW). All orders are dispatched within 24 hours from our Fremantle Warehouse. All items can be viewed at Elizabeth's Bookshop Warehouse, 23 Queen Victoria Street\, Fremantle WA. Seller Inventory # 85905
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