Cruiser

Explore the gripping narrative of the cruiser HMAS Perth in 'Cruiser' by Mike Carlton, a powerful account detailing the harrowing experiences of the Australian Navy during World War II. With a condition of brand new, this trade paperback (UK) edition, published by Random House Australia in 2011, offers a comprehensive insight into the young men who valiantly fought against the Axis Powers while facing relentless hardships. Spanning 720 pages, 'Cruiser' chronicles the relentless battles the crew engaged in against Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, and the Imperial Japanese Navy, highlighting key events such as the horrific evacuation of Crete and the tragic sinking of HMAS Perth. This beautifully crafted book, rich in historical detail, captures the courage of those who faced bombings, enemy fire, and captivity. If you seek an engaging war memoir that captures the essence of human resilience and sacrifice, 'Cruiser' is a must-read. With FREE shipping, this product promises to enrich your library and connect you with the crucial stories of Australia's naval history. Don’t miss your chance to own this captivating piece of WWII literature!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781864711332
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2011
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 720


Description:
Of all the Australians who fought in the Second World War, none saw more action nor endured so much of its hardship and horror as the crew of the cruiser HMAS Perth.Most were young - many were still teenagers - from cities and towns, villages and farms across the nation. In three tumultuous years they did battle with the forces of Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, the Vichy French and, finally, the Imperial Japanese Navy. They were nearly lost in a hurricane in the Atlantic. In the Mediterranean in 1941 they were bombed by the Luftwaffe and the Italian Air Force for months on end until, ultimately, during the disastrous evacuation of the Australian army from Crete, their ship took a direct hit and thirteen men were killed.After the fall of Singapore in 1942, HMAS Perth was hurled into the forlorn campaign to stem the Japanese advance towards Australia. Off the coast of Java in March that year she met an overwhelming enemy naval force. Firing until her ammunition literally ran out, she was sunk with the loss of 353 of her crew, including her much-loved captain and the Royal Australian Navy?s finest fighting sailor, 'Hardover? Hec Waller.Another 328 men were taken into Japanese captivity, most to become slave labourers in the infinite hell of the Burma-Thai railway. Many died there, victims of unspeakable atrocity. Only 218 men, less than a third of her crew, survived to return home at war?s end.CRUISER, by journalist and broadcaster Mike Carlton, is their story. And the story of those who loved them and waited for them.

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