$19.54
- Paperback
336 pages
- Release Date
25 July 2017
Summary
‘Brilliantly researched and sympathetically told, 44 DAYS is more than just a fitting tribute to brave but overlooked heroes. It’s also a top read.’ DAILY TELEGRAPH
The epic World War II story of the heroes of Australia’s 75 Squadron - and the 44 days when these brave and barely trained pilots fought alone against the Japanese.
In March and April 1942, RAAF 75 Squadron bravely defended Port Moresby for 44 days when Australia truly stood alone against the Japanese. This …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780733638817 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0733638813 |
| Author: | Michael Veitch |
| Publisher: | Hachette Australia |
| Imprint: | Hachette Australia |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 336 |
| Release Date: | 25 July 2017 |
| Weight: | 320g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 130mm x 30mm |
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Brilliantly researched and sympathetically told, 44 DAYS is more than just a fitting tribute to brave but overlooked heroes. It’s also a top read. - DAILY TELEGRAPH
should be part of Australian military folklore. - ADELAIDE ADVERTISERAn entertaining and comprehensive tour … Few readers will remain unmoved. - SYDNEY MORNING HERALD on Michael Veitch’s THE FORGOTTEN ISLANDScompelling - SYDNEY MORNING HERALD on Michael Veitch’s HEROES OF THE SKIESA rich and enjoyable island-hopping journey. - SUNDAY HERALD SUN on Michael Veitch’s THE FORGOTTEN ISLANDSAbout The Author
Michael Veitch
Michael Veitch is well known as an author, actor and former ABC television and radio presenter. His books include the critically acclaimed accounts of Australian airmen in World War II, 44 Days, Heroes of the Skies, Fly, Flak, Barney Greatrex, Turning Point and The Battle of the Bismarck Sea. He lives in the Yarra Valley, outside Melbourne.
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