The Great Emu War How Flightless Birds Bested The Australian Army
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The Great Emu War How Flightless Birds Bested The Australian Army
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Author : Zahid Ameer
language : en
Publisher: Zahid Ameer
Release Date : 2024-08-09
The Great Emu War How Flightless Birds Bested The Australian Army written by Zahid Ameer and has been published by Zahid Ameer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-08-09 with History categories.
Discover the incredible true story of the Great Emu War, a unique conflict where flightless birds bested the Australian Army. In 1932, Australia faced an unexpected adversary—20,000 emus invading farmlands. Armed with machine guns, the military launched a campaign to cull the emus, only to find themselves outmaneuvered by these resilient birds. This eBook dives deep into the bizarre history, offering a detailed account of the Emu War, the challenges faced by soldiers, and the lasting legacy of this fascinating event. Perfect for history enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, and those intrigued by the oddities of war, this book uncovers how nature triumphed over military might. Learn how these emus became unlikely victors in one of history’s most unusual battles.
The Emu War
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Author : Read Smart
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2024-05-24
The Emu War written by Read Smart and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-05-24 with History categories.
What happens when an army goes to war against a flock of birds? Dive into one of the most peculiar and intriguing chapters of Australian history: the Emu War of 1932. This compelling narrative unravels the bizarre military campaign against the emu population in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region, blending humor, tragedy, and profound lessons. Explore the vivid details of this unique conflict through topics such as: The post-World War I soldier settlements and the struggles of veteran farmers. The devastating impact of the Great Depression on agricultural communities. The unexpected migration patterns of emus and their invasions into farmland. The desperate appeals from farmers and the controversial government response. The military's initial strategy, tactical adjustments, and the ultimate outcome of their efforts. The immediate aftermath, including public and governmental reactions. Long-term consequences and the lasting legacy of the Emu War on wildlife management. This book provides an in-depth look at the Emu War, offering a fascinating glimpse into a historical event that continues to capture imaginations and provoke thought about human-wildlife conflicts and the complexities of environmental management.
The Great Emu War
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Author : Cj Evans
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-07-27
The Great Emu War written by Cj Evans and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-27 with categories.
The Great Emu War of 1932 is an event one does not expect to hear about when they think of Australia, but they actually declared war on a bird. This actually happened. As a side note I would like to say that this was probably one of the funnest things that I have ever written. Also some of the language used in this book is exaggerated at times, but I trust that you dear reader will know when that occurs.
The Emu Conquest
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Author : Natasja Rose
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-05-28
The Emu Conquest written by Natasja Rose and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-28 with categories.
In 1932, Australia fought their own Great War... against the Emus. Convinced of an easy victory, the Army quickly learned not to underestimate their flightless foes. The emus formed alliances with other birds and kept advancing, gaining a near-human sentience after the nuclear testing of 1952-54 (We told the Poms and the Pollies that was a bad idea...) Come 2019, the east coast cities are the final hold-out against Avian Conquest of the Sunburnt Country, and it's Magpie season...
The Great Emu War
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Author : Gordon Cope
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-09-06
The Great Emu War written by Gordon Cope and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-06 with categories.
In 1932 in the wheat country of Western Australia there was a plague of emus. The plague was so great that the Federal Government was convinced to send a squad of soldiers equipped with machine guns mounted on trucks. They were ordered to shoot the emus - a tactic that had been tried before and failed miserably. Still, consistency often prevails while unrequited success weeps quietly in the corner. There is a lot going on - farmers who want to secede from the Commonwealth, a State election and referendum, soldiers more interested in what is under the soil, a commander with questionable mental health, Aboriginal farmhands once again bemused by the white fellas and the usual line up of conspirators, wannabees, politicians and ordinary folks. Oh, and many thousands of emus.There is nothing more interesting or more comical - tragic - or emotional than human beings and when they live in interesting times and collide with great wealth and power, there's a lot to explore.
Freax
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Author : Tamás, Polgár
language : en
Publisher: CSW-Verlag
Release Date : 2016-04-17
Freax written by Tamás, Polgár and has been published by CSW-Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-17 with Computers categories.
FREAX – the biggest book ever written about the history of the computer demoscene. The book tells the complete history of the Commodore 64 and the Amiga, both about the machines and about the underground subcultures around them, from the cracker- and warez-scene to the demoscene, from hacking and phreaking to the ASCII art scene. Interviews with scene celebrities, former key persons of the computer industry, citations from contemporary magazines and fanzines make the narrative history of the big adventure complete. The book contains 350 pages and is illustrated with 480 color photos and screenshots. This is the comprehensive guide to the golden era of home computers.
The Best Australian Essays 2017
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Author : Anna Goldsworthy
language : en
Publisher: Black Inc.
Release Date : 2017-11-06
The Best Australian Essays 2017 written by Anna Goldsworthy and has been published by Black Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-06 with Literary Collections categories.
‘When a group of essays get together in a room they start talking to each other, often in surprising ways ... The existence of these voices – stylish, vital frequently wise – is a source of hope.’ —Anna Goldsworthy The Best Australian Essays showcases the nation’s most eloquent, insightful and urgent non-fiction writing. In her debut as editor of the anthology, award-winning author Anna Goldsworthy chooses brilliant pieces that provoke, unveil, engage and enlighten. From the election of Donald Trump to digital disruption, from the passing of rock gods to the wonders of Australian slang, these essays get to the heart of what’s happening in Australia and the world. Contributors include Shannon Burns, Barry Humphries, Stan Grant, Keane Shum, Richard Cooke, Nick Feik, Michael Adams, Micheline Lee, Mandy Sayer, Tim Flannery, Sonya Hartnett, Harriet Riley, John Clarke, Jennifer Rutherford, Amanda Niehaus, Sam Vincent, Lech Blaine, Michael Mohammed Ahmad, Moreno Giovannoni, Janine Mikosza, Melissa Howard, Helen Garner, James Wood, J.M. Coetzee, Robert Skinner, Sebastian Smee and Anwen Crawford. Anna Goldsworthy is the author of Piano Lessons, Welcome to Your New Life and the Quarterly Essay Unfinished Business: Sex, Freedom and Misogyny. Her writing has appeared in the Monthly, the Age, the Australian, the Adelaide Review and The Best Australian Essays. She is also a concert pianist, with several recordings to her name.
Where Song Began
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Author : Tim Low
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2016-09-27
Where Song Began written by Tim Low and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-27 with Science categories.
An authoritative and entertaining exploration of Australia’s distinctive birds and their unheralded role in global evolution Renowned for its gallery of unusual mammals, Australia is also a land of extraordinary birds. But unlike the mammals, the birds of Australia flew beyond the continent’s boundaries and around the globe many millions of years ago. This eye-opening book tells the dynamic but little-known story of how Australia provided the world with songbirds and parrots, among other bird groups, why Australian birds wield surprising ecological power, how Australia became a major evolutionary center, and why scientific biases have hindered recognition of these discoveries. From violent, swooping magpies to tool-making cockatoos, Australia’s birds are strikingly different from birds of other lands—often more intelligent and aggressive, often larger and longer-lived. Tim Low, a renowned biologist with a rare storytelling gift, here presents the amazing evolutionary history of Australia’s birds. The story of the birds, it turns out, is inseparable from the story of the continent itself and also the people who inhabit it.
Ostrich Production Systems
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Author : M. M. Shanawany
language : en
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Release Date : 1999
Ostrich Production Systems written by M. M. Shanawany and has been published by Food & Agriculture Org. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Nature categories.
A comprehensive review of all aspects of ostrich production including a series of case histories from some countries that farm ostriches commercially: important countries such as South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe; newly re-emerging industries such as Australia; and countries where production is less developed, such as Kenya, Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The Secrets Of Bridgewater Bay
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Author : Julie Brooks
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2021-09-16
The Secrets Of Bridgewater Bay written by Julie Brooks and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-16 with Fiction categories.
Two women set sail for Australia, bound by a terrible truth. But only one will make it off the ship. 'The writing is polished and evocative, the twists and turns are surprising, and the characters' stories emotionally compelling' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'Stunning . . . Julie Brooks has written an impeccably researched novel with a wonderful sense of history and character . . . I thoroughly recommend it to lovers of historical fiction' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'An incredibly moving story of two women . . . Beautifully written the books draws you in from the start. It's very emotional as the story moves from the different timelines' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review The Secrets of Bridgewater Bay is a darkly gripping dual-time novel, with a wealth of twists, turns and secrets, and an absolute book club treat, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Rachel Rhys and Hannah Richell. 'A sweeping tale of family secrets, betrayal, jealousy, ambition and forbidden romance . . . Fans of The Thorn Birds and Downton Abbey will love the epic scope of this novel' ALI MERCER 'I thoroughly enjoyed this immersive story which spans both generations and continents. The evocative details and impeccable research make for a delightful reading experience and I can pay it no greater compliment other than to say, I wish I'd written it' KATHRYN HUGHES 'This is an epic dual-time novel which draws the reader in right from the start and keeps you in thrall until the very last page. The writing is superb, the descriptions detailed, lush and evocative' CHRISTINA COURTENAY 'A gripping story full of family secrets: the price of love and loss within two generations . . . convincing and poignant' LEAH FLEMING 'Rich in evocative detail - the complex mystery kept me guessing right up to the last page' MUNA SHEHADI ........................................... England, 1919: Rose and Ivy board a ship bound for Australia. One is travelling there to marry a man she has never met. One is destined never to arrive. Australia, 2016: Amongst her late-grandmother's possessions, Molly uncovers a photograph of two girls dressed in First World War nurses' uniforms, labelled 'Rose and Ivy 1917', and a letter from her grandmother, asking her to find out what happened to her own mother, Rose, who disappeared in the 1960s. Compelled to carry out her grandmother's last wish, Molly embarks on a journey to England to unravel the mystery of the two girls whose photograph promised they'd be 'together forever' . . . ........................................... Readers LOVE The Secrets of Bridgewater Bay: 'This story was gripping and a joy to read' 'A touching and beautifully written story of friendship' 'I was totally gripped from the start, it was well written with good characters and I loved the dual timeline aspect. There was so much going on in this story and I just couldn't put it down' 'An emotional book . . . well written and interesting. I could imagine this book being discussed in book club' A book a treasures. A wealth of secrets. Look for Julie's next compelling novel, The Keepsake.