Australia at War by Will Dyson

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Author Dyson, Will, 1880-1938
Author of introduction, etc. Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Title Australia at War
A Winter Record Made by Will Dyson on the Somme and at Ypres, During the Campaigns of 1916 and 1917
Alternate Title Australia at War: Drawings at the front
Note Illustrated by the author.
Credits Produced by jj and Claudine Corbasson (This file was
produced from scans of public domain works at The National
Library of Australia.)
Summary "Australia at War" by Will Dyson is an illustrated account reflecting on the experiences of Australian soldiers during World War I, specifically the campaigns at the Somme and Ypres in the early 20th century. As a historical account, the book serves to document the harsh realities of war through a mix of sketches and poignant narratives, aiming to capture the gravity and suffering endured by the men of the Australian Imperial Force (A.I.F.) during the dark winters of 1916 and 1917. In this evocative work, Dyson presents a vivid portrayal of life in the trenches, emphasizing not only the physical challenges but also the emotional toll of warfare. Through his artistry and reflections, he conveys the camaraderie between soldiers and the absurdities of their situation, illustrating moments of both grim reality and dark humor. Each chapter consists of a combination of drawings and descriptive passages that encapsulate the soldiers' daily struggles, ranging from mundane tasks like gathering food to profound moments of despair and loss. The dedication to the soldiers highlights Dyson's intent to honor their sacrifices, making "Australia at War" a significant testament to the Australian experience in the Great War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration
LoC Class D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Subject Australia. Australian Army. Australian Imperial Force (1914-1921)
Subject Australia. Australian Army. Australian Imperial Force (1914-1921) -- Pictorial works
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- France -- Somme -- Pictorial works
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium -- Ieper -- Pictorial works
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- France -- Somme
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium -- Ieper
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EBook-No. 57177
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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