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Dasher
The Kevin Wheatley VC Story
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Kevin ‘Dasher’ Wheatley VC is one of the most extraordinary characters in Australian history. Dasher was a husband, father, champion footballer, and one of the finest soldiers this country has ever produced. The story of his sacrifice is used by the ADF as a perfect example of valour and mateship to this day. Although he is one of the most famous Victoria Cross recipients of all time, his story has never been fully told. Until now.
Dasher: The Kevin Wheatley VC Story was written with first-hand accounts from Dasher’s family and the men who served and fought alongside him. It tells not only the story of an unlikely lad from the mean streets of Sydney but also that of a soldier whose death devastated the ranks of three armies and changed the way Australia dealt with the overseas loss of service people forever. Everyone who met the man has a Dasher Wheatley story of larrikin behaviour, outstanding soldiering, stunning valour, or all three.
Forwarded by Keith Payne VC and featuring the 2021 investiture of Dasher’s American Silver Star, an award 56 years in the making, this book also investigates other gallantry awards Wheatley qualified for but was never given.
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Dasher by Michael C. Madden is praised for its compelling narrative and thorough research into the life of the subject. Reviewers appreciate the engaging storytelling and the way it sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of the person's experiences. The book is noted for its in-depth character study and vivid portrayal of historical contexts, captivating readers who enjoy detailed biographies.
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ISBN: 9781922488657
Publisher: Big Sky Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 November 2021
Country: Australia
Imprint: Big Sky Publishing
Illustration: B & W photos
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 230.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 324
About the Author
Michael C. Madden is an author and photographer. He is the founder and host of the podcast, Australia Remembers and has published a number of fiction and non-fiction titles, including The Victoria Cross – Australia Remembers. Michael had a simple childhood growing up with his three brothers on the family's struggling dairy farm in Gippsland, Victoria. He has authored four fiction novels and many short stories. Michael’s latest book, Dasher, The Kevin Wheatley VC Story, is out now. He is soon to release the first in a series of children’s novels called, The Stacey Casey Series, with Big Sky Publishing.
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