For All Who Serve: A History Of The Victorian Branch Of The Australian Legion Of Ex-Servicemen And Women
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
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A tribute to the men and women who answered the call to serve their country, For All Who Serve chronicles the remarkable history of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Legion of Ex-Servicemen and Women — an organisation forged in the aftermath of war and dedicated to the welfare and comradeship of those who wore the uniform. E. T. Lynes presents a meticulous institutional history, tracing the branch's origins, its growth, and its enduring mission to support veterans and their families across Victoria, weaving together administrative records, personal testimonies, and key milestones into a cohesive and authoritative narrative. Beyond its role as an organisational record, this work stands as a testament to the broader Australian veteran experience — the struggles for recognition, the bonds of mateship, and the quiet dignity of those who served in silence long after the battles ended. Lynes writes with the measured authority of an insider, ensuring that the legacy of the Legion's Victorian membership is preserved for future generations. For students of Australian military and social history, this volume is an invaluable and deeply human document that asks a quietly powerful question: what does a nation truly owe those who sacrificed everything in its name?
Author: E. T. Lynes
Format: Paperback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A tribute to the men and women who answered the call to serve their country, For All Who Serve chronicles the remarkable history of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Legion of Ex-Servicemen and Women — an organisation forged in the aftermath of war and dedicated to the welfare and comradeship of those who wore the uniform. E. T. Lynes presents a meticulous institutional history, tracing the branch's origins, its growth, and its enduring mission to support veterans and their families across Victoria, weaving together administrative records, personal testimonies, and key milestones into a cohesive and authoritative narrative. Beyond its role as an organisational record, this work stands as a testament to the broader Australian veteran experience — the struggles for recognition, the bonds of mateship, and the quiet dignity of those who served in silence long after the battles ended. Lynes writes with the measured authority of an insider, ensuring that the legacy of the Legion's Victorian membership is preserved for future generations. For students of Australian military and social history, this volume is an invaluable and deeply human document that asks a quietly powerful question: what does a nation truly owe those who sacrificed everything in its name?