Brave and controversial, this account argues that Australians' collective obsession with the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) has distorted their perception of national history. Delving into the history of ANZAC and the mythologies surrounding it, this detailed record explores topics such as the formation of Australia's national holiday-ANZAC Day-and the way in which the spirit of ANZAC is taught in the nation's classrooms. Ultimately, this informative narrative claims that ANZAC has become a conservative political force in Australia and questions whether ANZAC'S renowned foreign battles were worth all of the bloodshed. Daring, intelligent, and thought-provoking, this is a must-read for those interested in Australian or military history.
- ISBN10 1742231527
- ISBN13 9781742231525
- Publish Date 1 August 2010 (first published 1 April 2010)
- Publish Status Active
- Imprint University of New South Wales Press
- Format eBook
- Pages 192
- Language English