Viet Nam Shots: A Photographic Account of Australians at War

This book provides a compelling and comprehensive illustrated history of Australia’s involvement in the Viet Nam war. Featuring dramatic photographs as well as detailed text from one of Australia’s leading writers on Viet Nam, this book covers all aspects of the war—from the battlefields to the home front. These evocative photographs portray the difficult conditions under which Australians served and fought. pp. 199 illusts #0919

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