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Title: Kokoda
Review: I couldn't put it down. This is a story that at least every Australian needs to know because, as Peter Fitzsimmons argues, this is when the nation came of age. It was the first time that Australian troops fought and died in defence of their homeland, He tells a horrifyingly graphic tale that is humanised by interwoven personal stories from both sides of the battle.Thankfully, this is no glorification of war. Fitzsimmons succeeds in painting a picture of true heroes whilst providing a useful critique on the conduct of the campaign which inspires further research. A book to be read, and re-read.
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