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Australia Remembers 4: The Bombing of Darwin
Series: Australia Remembers
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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.
Series: Australia Remembers
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Australia Remembers #1 (updated)
At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. Every year, Australia remembers the brave people who have fought to keep our country safe and free. On 25 April, we commemorate Anzac Day, and on 11 November, we observe Remembrance Day. These significant days of commemoration remind us of the Anzac spirit and the...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. A colourful and engaging book for young readers showing the history and origins of some of the Australian Defence Force's customs and traditions. Australia Remembers 2: Customs and Traditions of the Australian Defence Force truly stands out like one of the tallest poppies in its...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 5: Cameron Baird, VC, MG
For over a century, Australians have served their country in war and peacekeeping missions across the world. On Anzac Day and Remembrance Day, we continue to gather and remember those who fought for our country in the past, and those who keep us safe today. In recent times, 41 Australian Defence Force personnel lost their lives whilst on duty in...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 3: Len Waters
Len Waters may have been born behind the gates of an Aboriginal reserve, but his big imagination and even bigger dreams took him soaring well beyond the reach of those who tried to confine him. Kamilaroi man, Len Waters, dreamed of taking to the skies. It was an unlikely dream at the time, but during WWII he beat the odds...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 5: Cameron Baird, VC, MG
For over a century, Australians have served their country in war and peacekeeping missions across the world. On Anzac Day and Remembrance Day, we continue to gather and remember those who fought for our country in the past and those who keep us safe today. In recent times, 41 Australian Defence Force personnel lost their lives whilst on duty in...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers: Wartime Nurses
For over 100 years, Australia’s military nurses have been risking their own lives to save the lives of others. From nursing Gallipoli wounded in Egypt during World War I, to treating injured troops and civilians in modern-day Afghanistan, these courageous nurses have cared for the casualties of war with skill, devotion, and compassion. Australia Remembers 6: Care and Compassion –...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers: Wartime Nurses
For over 100 years, Australia’s military nurses have been risking their own lives to save the lives of others. From nursing Gallipoli wounded in Egypt during World War I to treating injured troops and civilians in modern-day Afghanistan, with skill, devotion, and compassion, these courageous nurses have cared for the casualties of war. Australia Remembers 6: Care and Compassion –...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 4: The Bombing of Darwin
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...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 7: Gallipoli
Australia Remembers truly stands out like one of the tallest poppies in its field. — Romi Sharp, Just Kids Lit In 1915, Australians and New Zealanders fought in one of the most famous and defining campaigns of World War I — Gallipoli. On the rocky shores and steep ridges of the Gallipoli peninsula in southern Turkey, thousands of young men...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 2: Customs and Traditions of the Australian Defence Force
At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. Australia Remembers 2: Customs and Traditions of the Australian Defence Force is a colourful and engaging book for young readers, showcasing the history and origins of some of the Australian Defence Force's customs and traditions. Australia Remembers truly stands out like one of the tallest...Hardback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Australia Remembers 3: Len Waters
Len Waters may have been born behind the gates of an Aboriginal reserve, but his big imagination and even bigger dreams took him soaring well beyond the reach of those who tried to confine him. Kamilaroi man, Len Waters, dreamed of taking to the skies. It was an unlikely dream at the time, but during WWII he beat the odds...PaperbackSold Out
Book Details
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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
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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