Record Number |
19474 |
ISBN |
9780731274468 (pbk) |
Location |
355 ALB |
Author |
Albert, Trish |
Title |
Unsung hero / Trish Albert. |
Published |
Port Melbourne, Vic. : Pearson Library, 2010. |
Collation |
32 pages : illustrations (some colour), colour map ; 25 cm. |
Content types |
text |
Carrier type |
volume |
Series |
First Australians: plenty stories |
General Note |
Includes index. |
Collection code: BD Australian Aboriginal Black Diggers |
Contents Note |
Introducing Eddie -- Eddie's war years -- Eddie's early years -- Eddie's legacy -- Eddie's contributions. |
In 1940 Eddie enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force. He served in the Middle East and in 1941 was captured and sent to a prisoner of war camp in Libya and later in Italy. He returned home to Australia in July 1945. |
Summary Note |
Series note: "The First Australians: Plenty stories series explores the histories, cultures and identities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Through different modes of storytelling, you will discover the experiences of people from the past and present. You will also discover how Indigenous Australians have fought for rights and why they have a unique place in our society." |
Personal Name |
Albert, Eddie |
Subject |
World War, 1939-1945 |
Aboriginal Australians -- Biography -- Juvenile literature |
World War, 1939-1945 -- Participation, Aboriginal Australian |
World War, 1939-1945 -- Juvenile literature |
Aboriginal Australians -- Australia -- Queensland -- Juvenile literature |
Aboriginal Australian soldiers |
Geographic Name |
Australia |
Queensland |
Added Corporate Name |
National Museum of Australia |