Australia at War 1914-1918

Australia at War 1914-1918

A detailed account of 'the war to end all wars'.

1967 · 63 min · Documentary, History, War

A detailed historical account of the major campaigns fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. Compiled from the archives of the Australian War Memorial, this film utilizes rare battlefield footage from the Middle East and Europe to trace the journey of the ANZAC troops from their initial departure to the frontline conflicts in Egypt, the Somme, and Cambrai.

Directed by Barrie Pattison · Written by Barrie Pattison

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