Normally I do not discuss the new books I acquire. However, considering my interest in the Vietnam War, and in particular Australian involvement, I am a little eager to list the works I have obtained in hopes of receiving suggestions for future purchases. The new acquisitions are an assortment of general histories and more focused works.
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Throughout the semester I have been re-introduced to some intriguing topics in First World War history. While already familiar with the fundamentals of the war, including the histories of most of the participants, I have been drawn towards the experiences of the Dominion forces from Australia and Canada. Having lived in both Australia and Canada, I wrongly assumed that I had been exposed to all aspects of their Great War history. After attending lectures and reading various tomes, the realization that much remained to be learned has compelled me to take a closer look at those aforementioned participants. Because of Masters experience in Ontario a collection of Canadian works proved rather easy to gather. Australian literature, however, is proving to be illusive. Apparently living in Australia in the 1990′s, and being in middle school at the time, does not help me locate good synthetic works to being my studies on the Australia experience. Thus, if anyone is aware of any important books please leave me a message.
Synopsis
The purpose of Thompson Werk is to present the musings of a US War and Society doctoral student. Discussion topics principally center around the World Wars and Vietnam.
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Comments
- Robert: Throughout Vietnamese history there are
- Chris: "Hopefully most people outside of
- Gulmira: You have more ufseul info
- Gennarino: Recurring bad dreams and the
- Robert: I’ll be happy to get
