Niche Wars Australia in Afghanistan and Iraq, 2001–2014 Edited by: John Blaxland, Marcus Fielding, Thea Gellerfy
Australia invoked the ANZUS Alliance following the Al Qaeda attacks in the United States on 11 September 2001.
‘Battle on 42nd Street: War in Crete and the Anzacs’ bloody last stand’ – Speaker: Dr Peter Monteath
In addressing an audience of 25, Dr Monteath explained how he had written his book largely through the eyes of several high-profile participants, particularly Johnny Peck of the Australian 2/7th Battalion.
DARK SECRETS: The True Story of Murder in HMAS Australia Speaker & author – Robert Hadler
In his presentation to an audience of 34, Robert Hadler, brought to life the tragic events surrounding to the murder, on 12 March 1942, of a lowly stoker Jack Riley by two other stokers, Ron Gordon and Ted Elias aboard HMAS Australia, the flagship of the Royal Australian Navy.
Military History and Heritage Victoria Inc. Annual General Meeting Announcement
Military History and Heritage Victoria Inc. will be holding our Annual General Meeting online via Zoom.com at 1600 hours (4PM) Wednesday 7th October.
Men of ANGAU – A History of the Australian New Guinea Administrative Unit by Lieutenant Colonel Neil C. Smith, AM Retd
ANGAU – the Australian New Guinea Administrative Unit, or ‘Angow’ as it was commonly referred to, was the largest and most diverse Australian Military Force unit in World War Two.
In Honour of War Heroes: Colin St Clair Oakes and the Design of Kranji War Memorial by Athanasios Tsakonas
In Honour of War Heroes: Colin St Clair Oakes and the Design of Kranji War Memorial.
URGENT COVID-19 NOTICE
URGENT COVID-19 NOTICE In response to the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, some MHHV Member events have been cancelled, suspended or postponed. Due to the number of events publicised, MHHV is unable to confirm all the proposed changes. Please contact the host organisation(s) directly to confirm if the event will be continuing or if any […]
Michael Veitch – ‘TURNING POINT: the battle for Milne Bay 1942’
In his presentation to an audience of 30, Michael Veitch, actor, presenter and author, brought to life the exploits and tragic sacrifices of the Australian heroes during the Milne Bay campaign of 25 August to 7 September 1942.
