'Here, put into their historical and social context and told in layman's terms, are the stories of Australia's iconic battles and campaigns, from the time of federation to the Vietnam War. Many are still household names today, although their historical significance is a mystery to most Aussies. Some are barely remembered now but are part of our history and deserve to be told. Most importantly, this collection of entertaining, well-told stories demonstrates the extraordinary courage, resilience, stoic humour, personal heroism and sacrifice that created the legend of the Aussie digger; soldiers, sailors and airmen who did things their own way and earned the undying respect of both their allies and their enemies.'
Source: Publisher's blurb.
