The Making of the ANZAC Legend Gallipoli

Australia is a young nation, but its history is rich with stories of adventure, courage and endurance. This interesting series shares some of Australia’s great stories, revealing that truth is often more exciting than fiction. Each book covers the story comprehensively, using timelines, detailed accounts, fact boxes, variety of primary source materials and text types and informative photographs and illustrations. Read about the start of World War I and how Australia came to be involved, including how thousands of Australians volunteered to serve in the Australian Imperial Forces, the preparation and transportation of some 20,000 men to Europe and the conditions that awaited them there. This book is packed with information about how the Anzac spirit was born and why today Australians are moved to tears as they commemorate the men who fought at Gallipoli nearly a century ago.