Kokoda Trail For Dummies

Author : Peter Williams
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-23
Category : History
ISBN : 9780730377016

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Kokoda Trail for Dummies by Peter Williams Pdf

Everything you need to know about the Kokoda Trail and its place in Australian history Interest in the Kokoda Trail is growing rapidly among many Australians, both for its attraction as a hiking destination and for its historical significance. Kokoda For Dummies offers a fast track tool for learning everything you need to know about this unique thoroughfare, in one concise volume. Part history book, part practical guide, Kokoda For Dummies is perfect both for those considering following our Diggers’ footsteps along ‘the track’ or armchair travellers who want to learn about its history. Covering the full history of the Kokoda Trail, from its beginnings as an overland mail route to the fierce battles between the Australians and the Japanese that took place along its length during World War II, the book also includes important information on walking the trail yourself. From the steps you need to take to get ready to what to bring, Kokoda For Dummies is the definitive resource for anyone looking for a comprehensive overview of this significant landmark. Focuses on walking the track as a pilgrimage and a history lesson for history buffs and hiking enthusiasts alike Covers the health and safety concerns involved with walking the track, including a basic Kokoda itinerary Contains eyewitness accounts of the Kokoda battles gleaned from interviews conducted with Australian and Japanese war veterans A comprehensive but accessible history of the Kokoda Trail and its significance to Australia, in one volume.

Author : Peter Williams
Publisher : Wiley Pub. Australia
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Kokoda Trail (Papua New Guinea)
ISBN : 0730376990

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Kokoda for Dummies by Peter Williams Pdf

Kokoda For Dummies offers a fast-track tool for learning everything you need to know about this unique thoroughfare, in one concise volume. Part history book and part practical guide, this is perfect both for those considering following our diggers' footsteps along "the track" or armchair travellers who want to learn about its history.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 662 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:794903591

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Kokoda Trail for Dummies by Anonim Pdf

Author : David Horner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781742468945

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Australia's Military History For Dummies by David Horner Pdf

Created especially for the Australian customer! The simple and easy way to get your mind around Australia's military history More people are visiting Gallipoli and walking the Kokoda Trail each year — now find out why. This complete guide helps you trace the story of Australia's involvement in war, from the colonial conflicts with the Indigenous population, through the World Wars to peacekeeping initiatives in East Timor and the controversial conflict in Afghanistan. Find out the origins of Australia's military history — go all the way back to the arrival of the First Fleet and the conflicts with the Indigenous peoples Learn about the heroism of the Anzacs — discover the origins of the legend of Gallipoli, and how the brass bungled the campaign Discover the horrors of war — consider the suffering and huge losses on the Western Front Recognise the successful battles of World Wars I and II — follow the Diggers' exploits in Palestine and Syria, and at Tobruk and Alamein Marvel at the grim jungle battles — track the Diggersthrough New Guinea, Borneo, Malaya and Vietnam between 1942 and 1972 Admire Australia's efforts to repel possible invaders — learn how Australians defended their country against the Japanese during World War II See how the Cold War heated up — witness the fight against communism in the Korean and Vietnam Wars Appreciate the modern-day Australian Defence Force — acknowledge the courage of the men and women who protectus into the 21st century Open the book and find: New insights into the meaning of Anzac Day Simple explanations of the structure of Australia's military Details of who fought whom, where, when and why Stories of Australia's great military fighters and leaders Accounts of the iconic battles that established Australia's reputation Locations of Australia's peacekeeping operations around the world Ways in which war and conflict have shaped the nation Reasons why Australia goes to war Learn to: Comprehend the impact of waron Australia Appreciate the heroism at AnzacCove and other significant battlefields Understand the controversies ofrecent conflicts, including in Vietnam and Iraq

Author : Karl James
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 397 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-03-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9781107189713

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Kokoda by Karl James Pdf

Kokoda: Beyond the Legend provides readers with a complete understanding of this major turning point in the Second World War.

Author : Keith D. Dickson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781119675587

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World War II For Dummies by Keith D. Dickson Pdf

Investigate the factors that led to war Examine key turning points, including D-Day and Hiroshima Get to know the opposing forces — the Allies and the Axis Explore the greatest war in history World War II was the most destructive conflict of the 20th century. How did it happen — and why? Packed with fascinating anecdotes, interesting sidebars, and top ten lists, this friendly reference contains everything you need to know about World War II, from the issues that caused the war to its most crucial confrontations and what happened in the aftermath. Read about important figures on both sides, study Hitler's war against the Jews, and find out how the Allies finally achieved victory. Whatever your interest, World War II For Dummies is your go-to guide. Inside ... The significance of World War II Hitler's rise to power The invasion of Eastern Europe Pearl Harbor and U.S. neutrality Life and labor on the home front The Holocaust Liberation and what came next

Author : Alex McDermott
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781742169996

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Australian History for Dummies by Alex McDermott Pdf

Created especially for the Australian customer! Exciting and informative history of the land down under Australian History For Dummies is your tour guide through the important events of Australia's past, introducing you to the people and events that have shaped modern Australia. Be there as British colonists explore Australia's harsh terrain with varying degrees of success. In this informative guide you'll Find out about Australia's infamous bushrangers Learn how the discovery of gold caused a tidal wave of immigration from all over the world Understand how Australia took two steps forward to become a nation in its own right in 1901, and two steps back when the government was dismissed by the Crown in 1975 Discover the fascinating details that made Australia the country it is today!

Author : Peter Williams
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781107015944

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The Kokoda Campaign 1942 by Peter Williams Pdf

The fighting on the Kokoda Track in World War II is second only to Gallipoli in the Australian national consciousness. The Kokoda campaign of 1942 has taken on mythical status in Australian military history. According to the legend, Australian soldiers were vastly outnumbered by the Japanese, who suffered great losses in battle and as a result of the harsh conditions of the Kokoda Track. In this important book, Peter Williams seeks to dispel the Kokoda myth. Using extensive research and Japanese sources, he explains what really happened on the Kokoda Track in 1942. Unlike most other books written from an Australian perspective, The Kokoda Campaign 1942: Myth and reality focuses on the strategies, tactics and battle plans of the Japanese and shows that the Australians were in fact rarely outnumbered. For the first time, this book combines narrative with careful analysis to present an undistorted picture of the events of the campaign. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the truth of the Kokoda campaign of 1942.

Author : Craig Collie,Hajime Marutani
Publisher : Allen & Unwin
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : History
ISBN : 9781742375915

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The Path of Infinite Sorrow by Craig Collie,Hajime Marutani Pdf

'We were all skin and bone, as if our stomachs were stuck to the inside wall of our back.' Two armies, Japanese and Australian, each in turn pushing the other back along a muddy, precipitous track over the mountainous spine of New Guinea. Few prisoners were taken, most were shot. War conventions were routinely flouted, by both sides.

Author : Richard Godden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019-01-08
Category : Travel
ISBN : 192588046X

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How to Survive the Kokoda Track by Richard Godden Pdf

Trekking the Kokoda Track is a big ask for anyone, this book hopefully will make your trip cost effective, enjoyable as well as give a guide on what to take, what to do and what not to do. I cover all aspects of walking the track

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 55 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:254104987

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The Kokoda Trail by Anonim Pdf

Author : Paul Ham
Publisher : HarperCollins Australia
Page : 91 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2010-06-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780730449881

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Kokoda by Paul Ham Pdf

For the first time ever, the compelling story of the infamous Kokoda Track campaign has been told from both sides of the conflict. In a unique and balanced portrayal, renowned journalist Paul Ham recounts both the Australian and Japanese perspectives of the events on the hellish Papuan jungle trail where thousands fought and died during World War II. Based on extensive research in Australia and Japan, and including previously unpublished documents, Kokoda intimately relates the stories of ordinary soldiers in 'the world's worst killing field', and examines the role of commanders in sending ill-equipped, unqualified Australian troops into battles that resulted in near 100 per cent casualty rates. It was a war without mercy, fought back and forth along 90 miles (145 km) of river crossings, steep inclines and precipitous descents, with both sides wracked by hunger and disease, and terrified of falling into enemy hands. Defeat was unthinkable: the Australian soldier was fighting for his homeland against an unyielding aggressor; the Japanese ordered to fight to the death in a bid to conquer 'Greater East Asia'. Paul Ham captures the spirits of those soldiers and commanders who clashed in this war of exceptional savagery, and tells of the brave souls on both sides of the campaign whose courage and sacrifices must never be forgotten.

Author : Clive Baker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Kokoda Trail (Papua New Guinea)
ISBN : 0646181394

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Walking the Kokoda Trail by Clive Baker Pdf

Author : Peter Brune
Publisher : Allen & Unwin
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2005-08-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781743436011

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Those Ragged Bloody Heroes by Peter Brune Pdf

The Kokoda Trail is part of Australian military folklore. During July to September 1942 the Japanese set about the capture of Port Moresby by an overland crossing of the Owen Stanley Range, and a landing in Milne Bay. To oppose a force of 10,000 crack Japanese troops on the Kokoda Trail, the Allies committed one under-trained and poorly-equipped unit - the 39th Battalion, later reinforced by Veterans of the 21st Brigade, 7th Division AIF. These were then men of Maroubra Force. The Australians put up a desperate fight. They withdrew village by village, forcing the Japanese to fight for every inch of ground. Finally at Ioribaiwa, the Japanese turned away, beaten and exhausted. The Australian soldiers' reward for their remarkable achievement was denigration by the High Command - General Blamey called them 'running rabbits'. Then in December 1942 when the fighting at the beachheads had produced little success, the former members of Maroubra Force captured Gona after heavy fighting - but at tragic cost. Those Ragged Bloody Heroes is the story of those battles told as never before, through the eyes of the Australian soldiers who fought there. It is a story that raises serious questions about the planning and command of the Kokoda and Gona campaigns. Those Ragged Bloody Heroes is a stirring history of triumph, tragedy and controversy set in the mud and steaming jungle of the Kokoda Trail and the fireswept beaches at Gona.

Author : Bill James,William M. James
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Kokoda Trail (Papua New Guinea)
ISBN : 0977570452

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Field Guide to the Kokoda Track by Bill James,William M. James Pdf

The Kokoda legend lay dormant for six decades, during which the rampant New Guinean jungle reclaimed many of its historic sites. Now, after years of painstaking research, and with the aid of the fast-thinning ranks of both Australian and Japanese veterans, Bill James has uncovered these 'lost battlefields', plus more. For those wishing to understand the history of the Kokoda Track, the (528 page) book will be of great interest. For those intending to undertake the gruelling trek, it is essential reading. The third edition of the book includes a new 1:50?000 scale waterproof trek map (740 mm x 408 mm 2-sided) that will be an indispensible aid. The revised edition includes the grave or memorial information for the fallen.