WWII History

Australia's involvement in World War II was extensive and significant, impacting the nation profoundly. Beginning in 1939 with the declaration of war against Nazi Germany, nearly a million Australians served in the conflict, engaging in campaigns across Europe, North Africa, and the Mediterranean. The war's character shifted dramatically with Japan's entry, bringing the conflict to Australia's mainland. This led to a redirection of Australia's military focus to the Pacific, where Australian forces played a crucial role in halting Japanese advances.

Here, you will find memoirs, biographies, battle and campaign histories, and stories of the homefront.