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1 y separately published work icon Wartime : Official Magazine of the Australian War Memorial Wartime Magazine 1997 Canberra : Australian War Memorial , Z1756591 1997 periodical (1 issues)
1 y separately published work icon Journal of the Australian War Memorial 1982 Canberra : Australian War Memorial , Z1020860 1982 periodical (3 issues) Journal of the Australian War Memorial publishes articles on all aspects of Australian military history, notes on the Memorial's collection, and reviews of latest publications in the field.
1 y separately published work icon Comradeship : Stories of Friendship and Recreation in Wartime Kathleen Cusack , Brisbane : Department of Veterans' Affairs Australian War Memorial , 2017 12241040 2017 selected work biography war literature

'Each of the 15 stained-glass windows in the Australian War Memorial's Hall of Memory shows a figure in military uniform, under which is a word describing a quality displayed by Australians during wartime. One window features a Lewis gunner wit a set of panpipes overhead. He represents all the men and women who shared good cheer and fellowship through simple pleasures like sport, music, games, and conversation in times of war; this window bears the word 'comradeship'. The stories in this book are about comradeship. Corporal Leslie "Peter" Chitty EM provided a welcome distraction on the sporting field for those longing for home; Lorrae Desmond MBE took the stage, drawing smiles from a grateful crowd; and Trooper David "Poppy" Pearce provided comforting words and a listening ear. Some friendships lasted well beyond the war years. Many of these men and women travelled across the world for reunions, while others held onto mementoes, a lasting reminder of the bond they had once shared. The individuals in these stories share many qualities: an unshakeable optimism, a sense of humour, and a determination to help others. Even in the darkest days, these men and women found joy and laughter through simple pleasures like sport, music, games, and conversation. This sense of comradeship brought comfort, strength, and hope for a brighter future.' (Publication Summary)
1 y separately published work icon Audacity : Stories of Heroic Australians in Wartime Carlie Walker , Australia : Australian War Memorial Department of Veterans' Affairs , 2014 8474660 2014 single work information book
1 1 y separately published work icon Australian War Memorial : Treasures from a Century of Collecting Nola Anderson , Australian War Memorial , Millers Point : Murdoch Books , 2012 Z1900389 2012 single work non-fiction 'The Australian War Memorial in Canberra is one of Australia's most iconic institutions. Originally conceived during the turbulent years of the First World War, it was opened in 1941 and has grown to become one of the most important symbols of national identity. This book tells the story of the Memorial and the National Collection -- one of the most significant collections of military history in the world. From the battlefields of Europe to peacekeeping operations and the current conflicts in the Middle East, the artefacts of almost a century of collecting are brought to life through the rich personal stories behind them. With specially commissioned photography, this book is a commemoration to all those who have served Australia and a tribute to the enduring qualities that forged its identity.' (Trove record)
3 17 y separately published work icon The Anzac Book C. E. W. Bean (editor), London New York (City) Toronto Melbourne : Cassell , 1916 Z388087 1916 anthology column short story poetry prose humour satire war literature 'Few books have ever been produced under such harsh conditions as The Anzac Book. Created by soldiers under enemy fire and in extreme hardship, the illustrations, stories, cartoons and poems were intended as a Christmas and New Year diversion for soldiers facing a harsh winter in the trenches on Gallipoli. The Anzac Book became the finest 'trench publication' produced by soldiers during the Great War and was an instant bestseller when first released in 1916. ' (New South Books website)
1 y separately published work icon Too Dark for the Light Horse : Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People in the Defence Forces : Resource Book : Memorial Box 03 Judy Crabb , Trevor Geary , Suzy Nunes , Gary Oakley , Judy Crabb , Madeleine Chaleyer (editor), Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1994 8234982 1994 selected work information book children's

'Educational material developed for the Museum-in-a-box scheme; includes case studies from the First, Second and Vietnam wars; documents; background historical material and a list of suggested activities for students; case studies profile; William Reginald Rawlings, Douglas Grant, Reginald Saunders, Leonard Waters, Charles Mene, Don Beale, Gary Oakley; suitable for secondary students.' (Source: TROVE)
1 1 y separately published work icon Australia at War : A Winter Record Will Dyson , London : Cecil Palmer and Hayward , 1918 Z812800 1918 selected work art work prose poetry A series of black and white sketches made by Dyson during the northern hemisphere winter of 1916-1917. Each sketch is accompanied by a short prose explanation. In his artist's note Dyson says that the drawings tend to reflect 'the misery and the depression of the material conditions' of the campaign on the Somme and at Ypres.
1 2 y separately published work icon Too Dark For The Light Horse : An Exhibition of Photographs and Documents Depicting Aboriginal Involvement In The Australian Army David Huggonson , Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1986 6116418 1986 collection

At the time of his employment at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission, David Huggonson researched and compiled an 'exhibition of photographs and documents depicting Aboriginal involvement in the Australian Army', through the Australian War Memorial. The exhibition toured Australia, then went on permanent display at the Australian War Memorial in 1993.

Source: Australian War Memorial.
1 9 y separately published work icon A Kind of Cattle Barney Roberts , Canberra Sydney : Australian War Memorial Collins , 1985 Z286735 1985 single work autobiography war literature
1 9 y separately published work icon Shadows from Wire : Poems and Photographs of Australians in the Great War Geoff Page (editor), Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1983 Z132982 1983 anthology poetry
2 y separately published work icon The Australians at the Boer War The Australians at the Boer War : the Story of the Australians Who Served in the South African War 1899 to 1902 Robert L. Wallace , Australian War Memorial , Canberra : Australian War Memorial and The Australian Publishing Service , 1976 8343952 1976 single work criticism

This military book is one of the best Histories devoted to Australian Boer War operations. Has the full history of the Australian battalions and contingents to the South African War of 1899-1902, including the siege of Elands River Ladysmith Paardeberg Bloemfontein Transvaal and the 'Breaker' Morant affair. (Source: Books on War Australia website)
1 2 y separately published work icon Royal Australian Air Force 1939-1942 Douglas Gillison , Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1962 Z96208 1962 single work
1 y separately published work icon Australia at Arms : An Anthology Norman Bartlett , Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1955 Z840979 1955 anthology autobiography war literature
1 y separately published work icon To Benghazi Gavin Long , Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1952 Z918472 1952 single work autobiography
1 5 y separately published work icon The Splendid Hour Kevin Edmund Collopy , Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1951 Z91950 1951 selected work poetry war literature
1 y separately published work icon Victory Roll : The Royal Australian Air Force in Its Sixth Year of War R.A.A.F. at war Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1945 Z816779 1945 anthology poetry war literature
1 y separately published work icon Soldiering On : The Australian Army at Home and Abroad Canberra : Australian War Memorial , 1942 Z1055513 1942 anthology autobiography poetry prose
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