What’s Wrong with Anzac? The Militarisation of Australian History

TitleWhat’s Wrong with Anzac? The Militarisation of Australian History
Publication TypeBook
Year of Publication2010
AuthorsLake, Marilyn, and Henry Reynolds
Number of Pages183
PublisherUniversity of NSW
CitySydney
Abstract

This book 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.

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