Australia's Military History For Dummies

The simple and easy way to get your mind around Australia''s military history More people are visiting Gallipoli and walking the Kokoda Trail each year — now find out why. This complete guide helps you trace the story of Australia''s involvement in war, from the colonial conflicts with the Indigenous population, through the World Wars to peacekeeping initiatives in East Timor and the controversial conflict in Afghanistan. • Find out the origins of Australia''s military history — go all the way back to the arrival of the First Fleet and the conflicts with the Indigenous peoples • Learn about the heroism of the Anzacs — discover the origins of the legend of Gallipoli, and how the brass bungled the campaign • Discover the horrors of war — consider the suffering and huge losses on the Western Front • Recognise the successful battles of World