A Dictionary of Australian Military History: From Colonial Times to the Gulf War
Author: Ian Grant (b. 1953)
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Number of Pages: 414 pages, yellowed
This authoritative reference work in the military history genre presents a comprehensive, alphabetically arranged account of Australia’s armed forces from colonial conflicts through to the Gulf War. It details pivotal battles, campaigns, and operations, profiles influential commanders and units, and records the evolution of weaponry, tactics, and defence policy over more than a century. The author chronicles both celebrated victories and lesser‑known engagements, illustrating how each shaped the nation’s strategic identity and military traditions. Rich with concise yet substantive entries, it instructs readers in the context and consequences of Australia’s involvement in global and regional conflicts. Designed for historians, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, it stands as a definitive guide to understanding the breadth and depth of Australia’s martial past.
Author: Ian Grant (b. 1953)
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Number of Pages: 414 pages, yellowed
This authoritative reference work in the military history genre presents a comprehensive, alphabetically arranged account of Australia’s armed forces from colonial conflicts through to the Gulf War. It details pivotal battles, campaigns, and operations, profiles influential commanders and units, and records the evolution of weaponry, tactics, and defence policy over more than a century. The author chronicles both celebrated victories and lesser‑known engagements, illustrating how each shaped the nation’s strategic identity and military traditions. Rich with concise yet substantive entries, it instructs readers in the context and consequences of Australia’s involvement in global and regional conflicts. Designed for historians, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, it stands as a definitive guide to understanding the breadth and depth of Australia’s martial past.