Anzac Day Then & Now by Frame, Tom

Anzac Day Then & Now (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781742234816)

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Anzac Day Then & Now by Frame, Tom

Anzac Day Then & Now

$39.99
Anzac Day Then & Now by Frame, Tom

Anzac Day Then & Now

$39.99
Format: Paperback
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A fresh perspective on Australia's most important national day. This collection of essays explores the history, controversies, and cultural significance of Anzac Day, examining its evolution from a solemn commemoration to a complex reflection of Australian identity.

Edited by Tom Frame, Anzac Day Then & Now delves into the early debates surrounding Anzac Day, the impact of the Vietnam War, and the increasing role of political leaders in public commemorations. Contributors explore the Anzac legend, its religious dimensions, and the challenges of reconciling historical facts with popular memory.

For historians, military enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving meaning of Anzac Day and its place in Australian culture, this insightful and thought-provoking is a must-read. Discover the compelling story behind Australia's day of remembrance.



Author: Tom Frame
ISBN-10: 174223481X
ISBN-13: 9781742234816
Publisher: NewSouth Books
Language: English
Published: 08/01/2016
Pages: 312
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.00w x 1.00d
By Tom Frame
By Tom Frame
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Tom Frame is Director of the Australian Centre for the Study of Armed Conflict and Society (ACSACS) at UNSW Canberra. He is the author or editor of 27 books including HMAS Sydney: Loss and Controversy, The Life and Death of Harold Holt and Moral Injury: Unseen Wounds in an Age of Barbarism.

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