Serving our Country: Indigenous Australians, war, defence and citizenship Paperback
is a groundbreaking work that offers the first comprehensive history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' participation in Australia's defence forces. Edited by Joan Beaumont and Allison Cadzow, this book sheds light on the significant yet often overlooked contributions of Indigenous Australians to the nation's military history.
Key Specifications
* Title: Serving Our Country: Indigenous Australians, War, Defence and Citizenship
* Editors: Joan Beaumont & Allison Cadzow
* Contributors: Mick Dodson, John Maynard, Noah Riseman, among others
* Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
* Publication Date: April 2018
* Format: Paperback
* Pages: 448
* Dimensions: 234 x 153 mm
* ISBN: 9781742235394
Overview
This meticulously researched volume delves into the history of Indigenous Australians' involvement in military conflicts, from the Boer War through World Wars I and II, and beyond. It highlights the challenges Indigenous service members faced, including systemic discrimination and the denial of full citizenship rights upon returning to civilian life. The book also explores the resilience and determination of Indigenous communities in seeking recognition and justice for their contributions to Australia's defence.
By bringing together personal narratives, historical analysis, and scholarly research, Serving Our Country provides an essential resource for understanding the complex relationship between Indigenous Australians and the nation's military history.
