Anzacs in the Middle East : Australian Soldiers, Their Allies and the Local People in World War II : The Australian Army History Series

Anzacs in the Middle East : Australian Soldiers, Their Allies and the Local People in World War II : The Australian Army History Series
ISBN: 9781107030961
Publication Date: 22 November 2012

Anzacs in the Middle East is a compelling exploration of the experiences of soldiers who fought in the Middle East during World War II. Spurred by a sense of adventure and duty, they set sail to countries of which they knew very little.

The book examines the relationships between Australians and their allies and also how they related to the local people: Greeks, Egyptians, Syrians, Lebanese and Palestinians. Mark Johnston draws on extensive research to provide a new perspective on the famous campaigns at Tobruk and Alamein, as well as significant but less familiar battles at Bardia, Retimo and Damascus. Featuring first-hand accounts and stories from the front line, the book discovers the true nature of the 'larrikin Australian' and is a must-read for anyone interested in Australia's military history. This book is a companion volume to Mark Johnston's previous books, At the Front Line and Fighting the Enemy.

About the Author

Mark Johnston (PhD) (born 1960) is an Australian historian, teacher and author. Johnston is currently the Head of History at the Scotch College in Melbourne and has also taught at the University of Melbourne, where he obtained his doctorate. He has written several publications about Australian history.