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Audacity : stories of heroic Australians in wartime / written by Carlie Walker.
Time line: Boer War, 1899-1902 -- First World War, 1914-1918 -- Second World War, 1939-1945 -- Korean War, 1950-1953 -- Vietnam War, 1962-1975 -- Recent conflicts and peacekeeping 1990-today. "This educational publication is the second book in the Century of Service series and is aimed at upper primary and lower secondary schools students. It explores some of the extraordinary stories of bravery and courage of men and women in Australian wartime history. The stories contain educational questions, historical facts and did you know questions. A glossary of terms used in the text is provided." -- Publisher website. Access online at URL below. Black diggers: Includes biographical information about Captain Reginald Walter Saunders, the first known Indigenous Australian to be commissioned as an officer in the Australian Army. Introduction -- Outstanding and gallant service: Major General Sir Neville Howse -- Bravery under fire: Sister Claire Trestrail -- Coolness and courage: Lieutenant Commander Henry Stoker -- For saving life, not taking it: Corporal Ernest Corey -- Daring conduct: Ensign Nancy Wake -- Refusal to admit defeat: Sergeant Thomas Derrick -- Leadership and courage: Wing Commander Peter Isaacson -- Determination and skill: Wing Commander Vance Drummond -- Inspirational leadership: Warrant Officer Class 2 Rayene Simpson -- Courage and calm: Lieutenant Colonel Harold Jarvie -- Exceptional courage: Corporal Mark Donaldson -- Where did they serve overseas? "This book tells the stories of Australian men and women who have shown extraordinary boldness or courage during wartime"--Australian War Memorial web site. Includes bibliographical references and index. "This book tells the stories of Australian men and women who have shown extraordinary boldness or courage during wartime"--Australian War Memorial web site.