ANZAC Heroes of World War II: True Australian and New Zealand Stories of Individual Bravery from the Battlefields of World War II (War Heroes)($12.99Value)

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What kind of courage carries a soldier through enemy lines to save his comrades? Who dares to risk everything to smuggle Allied pilots out of occupied France? What drives ordinary men and women to acts of extraordinary bravery in the face of war? The soldiers, spies, and everyday heroes of Australia and New Zealand showed the world what true grit looks like. From the deserts of North Africa to the jungles of the Pacific islands and the skies over Europe, Anzac forces stood shoulder to shoulder with the Allies—undaunted, unwavering, and unforgettable. In this instalment of the Heroes of World War II series, ANZAC Heroes of World War II honours the incredible true stories of courage and sacrifice from the men and women of Australia and New Zealand, including: Nancy Wake: the fierce resistance fighter known as "The White Mouse," one of the Allies' most decorated women - Moana Ngārimu: the Māori warrior who led his battalion to victory in Tunisia and became the first Māori soldier to receive the Victoria Cross - Jim Gordon: who fearlessly charged a machine-gun nest during the Syria-Lebanon campaign to save his pinned-down unit - Vincent "Bushy" Parker: the RAAF pilot who escaped from not one but two German POW camps using skills he learned as a magician and escapologist - Joice NanKivell Loch: a humanitarian whose daring rescue missions saved hundreds of children from war-torn Europe And many more! If you're inspired by stories of fierce loyalty, bold sacrifice, and the unbreakable Anzac spirit, this book is a must-read. Get your copy of ANZAC Heroes of World War II today, and discover the unforgettable stories of Australia and New Zealand's greatest war heroes!