Ian m parsonson (7 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Minimal wear to jacket. No tears. Book very clean. Binding tight. 250pp. Book.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. THE COMPLETE HISTORY OFAUSTRALIAN MILITARY VETS DURING TIMES OF WAR. None.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Book condition is very good. Hard cover. Dust jacket near fine. 1st edition. Front and back of dust jacket and book boards clean. Book block clean. Spine intact. Ex-library copy which this book has top of library paper slip on the first fly leaf page. Has a library stamp on the index page and a security label on the rear of the of the back board which you can hardly see. Over-all very good and neat copy. Page and text clean. Vet at War is a history of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps, which was formed in the 1909 and phased out in 1946, when the arm became fully mechanised. Although the Cops only existed for 37 years it play a vital military role. From the early formation of armed militia forces in Australia, mounted troops, and transported animal have played a significant part in army operations and consequently veterinarians also have an important role. From the Sudan Contingent, the South Africa war, World War two, veterinarian have provided professional care for horses and other animals of the Australian Army.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. Very good condition. Ex library copy with minor wear to book corners. Date due slip, barcode and borrower pocket on inside blank page. Slight fade to top front cover edge.This definitive work on the introduction of domestic animals to Australia begins with the first white settlement at Botany Bay. It explores the foundations of our wool and beef industries, examining the role of early leaders like Phillip, King, Macarthur and Bligh.The book considers the successful introduction of the horse, Australia's first live animal export, and goes on to explore the role of the acclimatisation societies, the development of the veterinary profession and the control and eradication of some of the major exotic and introduced diseases of sheep and cattle. (back cover).…

"Sales/posting to the USA suspended". Hard cover dust wrapper large 8vo 224pp b&w photos maps. New copy. The main focus of this history is the work of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps during WWI at Gallipoli, Egypt and in France. As well as covering the work of the AAVC, this history includes details of animal wastage and disease, and the disposal of horses and other animals following the Armistice. As appendices, includes list of veterinary officers in South Africa 1899-1902; details of colonial contingents to the South African War; horse shipments; and veterinary officer list 1914-18.…

1st edition dust jacket Very Nice Copy lge. octavo 224pp., b/w plates, maps, appends., bibliog., index, The main focus of this history is the work of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps during WWI at Gallipoli, Egypt and in France. As well as covering the work of the AAVC, this history includes details of animal wastage and disease, and the disposal of horses and other animals following the Armistice.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Book Collection Lot of Three Random War Titles: Book (1) Vets at War: A History of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps 1909-1946. Book (2) Only One River to Cross: An Australian Soldier Behind Enemy Line in Korea. Book (3) Defenders of Australia: The Third Australian Division: Citizen Soldiers in the Service of Australian 1916-1991. Extra charges for Over-sea shipping due to the weight of the Three book exceed 500gram. Below is the Book condition report & Synopsis of the Book collection Lot. Book (1) Vets at War: A History of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps 1909-1946. Book condition is near fine. Ex-Library copy with the top of the paper slip on the first fly leaf page & Ink Stamp on the information page. Hard cover. Dust jacket near fine. Book boards are clean & unmarked. Book Block is clean & unmarked all side of the book. Spine intact. Text body is clean & unmarked through the book. Ian M. Parsonson is a richly detailed account of a lesser-known but vital part of Australia's military history. The book traces the formation, operations, and eventual disbandment of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps, which played a crucial role in caring for horses, camels, and other animals used in military service. Here are some highlights: The Corps was established in 1909 and disbanded in 1946 as the army became fully mechanised. It covers the use of animals in conflicts from the Sudan Contingent and Boer War, through World War I and II, including the Imperial Camel Corps. The book includes surprising statistics, like 326,000 horse casualties in the British forces during the Boer War and 7,843 horses sent with the first AIF convoy to the Middle East in 1914. It also describes the Australian Veterinary Hospital in Calais, which could accommodate 1,250 animals and was staffed by 7 officers and 459 men. Parsonson shares anecdotes, such as Banjo Paterson s time as a commanding officer in Egypt and the daily galloping dispatch rider under sniper fire at Gallipoli. Book (2) Only One River to Cross: An Australian Soldier Behind Enemy Line in Korea. Book condition is the same as the previous. A.M. Harris, chronicling his extraordinary experiences during the Korean War. Here s a snapshot of what the book covers: Background: Harris begins with his early life on Buronga Ridge near Mildura and his service with the occupation force in Japan after WWII. Korean War Service: He served with the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR), and was wounded on the same day his commanding officer was killed. Behind Enemy Lines: In 1953, Harris returned to Korea to lead a Special Agent Detachment tasked with infiltrating intelligence agents into enemy territory. He and his team completed ten successful missions. Rescue Mission: One mission aimed to rescue British Lieutenant-Colonel Carne, VC, DSO, a POW. The attempt was aborted when the route became too dangerous. Reflection: Thirty years later, Harris visited Gloucester Cathedral and discovered a wooden cross carved by Carne in captivity a poignant moment that ties together the emotional depth of the book. It s a powerful account of courage, loyalty, and the psychological toll of war. If you re into military history or personal stories of resilience Book (3) Defenders of Australia: The Third Australian Division: Citizen Soldiers in the Service of Australian 1916-1991. Book Condition is the same Condition as the previous book. Written by Albert Palazzo. It chronicles the story of the 3rd Australian Division, a citizen-soldier formation that served from 1916 to 1991. Here is a snapshot of what the book covers: Length: 245 pages Focus: The evolution, battles, and legacy of the 3rd Division, including its role in World War I, World War II, and the Cold War. Legacy: Though disbanded in 1991, the division s traditions and spirit continue to influence Australian defence thinking. Weight oof book (1) 0.782kg. Book (2) 0.548kg. Book (3) 0.548kg. …