The Australians have had a brief military history, by world standards, but they have taken part in nine wars and, British troops apart, they have fought in more countries than the soldiers of any other nation. Friend and foe alike have assessed them as men-at-arms perhaps equalled but never surpassed. This absorbing text by John Laffin examines the history, uniforms and organisation of these colourful and courageous troops, from the Diggers of the First World War to their role in Vietnam.
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The Australians have had a brief military history, by world standards, but they have taken part in nine wars and, British troops apart, they have fought in more countries than the soldiers of any other nation. Friend and foe alike have assessed them as men-at-arms perhaps equalled but never surpassed. This absorbing text by John Laffin examines the history, uniforms and organisation of these colourful and courageous troops, from the Diggers of the First World War to their role in Vietnam.
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Used-Very Good. VG paperback. 1987 reprint with colour and B&W illustrations; gift inscription by the author on title page; spine and cover un-creased; a clean, tidy copy.
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Good in marked card covers. Osprey: Men-at-Arms The Australians have had a brief military history, by world standards, but they have taken part in nine wars and, apart from the British, they have fought in more countries than the soldiers of any other nation. Friend and foe alike have assessed them as men-at-arms perhaps equalled but never surpassed. This absorbing text by John Laffin examines the history, uniforms and organisation of these colourful and courageous troops, from the Diggers of the First World War to their role in Vietnam. UL-XXXXXX. 40pp illustrations, colour plates.
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Chappell, Mike. Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. No 123 in Osprey's Men-At-Arms series, 1st edition in soft cover format, large 8vo, 40pp, 8 pages of cold plates by Mike Chappell, photo illustrations, line drawings, card covers, v mild browning o/w VG Copy.
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Very good. Very mild shelfwear. Just a price sticker. We try to note every flaw we can find, and we are quite picky, so buy with confidence! 100% guaranteed!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!