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Australia Remembers 4: The Bombing of Darwin

By Doctor Tom Lewis
Series: Australia Remembers
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Australia Remembers 4: The Bombing of Darwin by Doctor Tom Lewis is a children's book that delves into a pivotal moment in Australian history. It explores the events surrounding the bombing of Darwin during World War II, providing young readers with an engaging and educational look at the impact and significance of this event on the nation. The book combines historical facts with captivating storytelling to make history accessible and interesting for children.
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Format: Hardback
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You might like this book if you're interested in bringing Australian history to children, focusing on the significant events of World War II. It offers an engaging and educational exploration of the first attack on Australian soil, perfect for young readers keen on learning about courage and resilience in history.

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AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN AND IN THE MORNING WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.

The story of the biggest air raid in Australia’s history – the bombing of Darwin, February 1942.

All young Australians should know the story of how our own nation was at war in World War II. Dr Tom Lewis OAM brings to life the history of the hundreds of air attacks Australians endured at the hands of the Japanese forces. Following on from his success with previous forensic accounts for adults, Australia Remembers 4: The Bombing of Darwin 1942 brings young readers all the essential facts.

Read how Zero fighters battled American Kittyhawks, Betty bombers rained destruction from the skies, and Allied defenders battled bravely to defend Australia.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922615435

Publisher: Big Sky Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 February 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Little Big Sky Books

Illustration: Full Colour Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 70

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Doctor Tom Lewis Series: Australia Remembers

About the Author

Dr Tom Lewis OAM is a military historian, the author of 23 books, and a public speaker and presenter. He is also a retired naval officer who served in combat; a retired secondary school teacher, pilot, and scuba divemaster. He was the Director of Darwin Military Museum in its redevelopment from 2009 to 2013. His Order of Australia was bestowed on him for services to naval history. He has won numerous prizes for his literary works, including as the national winner of both the 2021 and 2024 Australian Naval Institute’s Commodore Sam Bateman Book Prizes, for Teddy Sheean VC, and The Sinking of HMAS Sydney.

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