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Prisoner of Two Wars: An Australian Soldier�s story

by John Probert · 2001

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Set against the turbulent backdrop of armed conflict and a crippling depression, this book is far more than simply the story of an Australian - possibly the only Australian - to become a prisoner in two World Wars. Following the faintest of footprints, the authors embark on a journey to uncover the life and times of a man they barely knew - their father, Jack Probert, a knockabout, everyday Australian. In so doing, they reveal a dramatic tale of high adventure, perseverance, courage and ultimate tragedy.

Subject
biographybiographyMore like thisLess of this
Themes
soldierssoldiersMore like thisLess of this
Setting
World War IWorld War IMore like thisLess of thisWorld War IIWorld War IIMore like thisLess of thisAustraliaAustraliaMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 240 pages

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