The Changing of the Guard book issued by the Australian War Memorial
1942Green leather-bound cover with gold-gilt embossed Australian coat of arms on front. Comes in original blue box with a full-colour label depicting the Australian states shield with ‘The Changing of the Guard’ book title contained with a scroll over the lower section of the shield.
A visual account of Australia’s involvement in two world wars up to 1942. It contains official and other photographs showcasing the experiences and sacrifices of Australian men and women.
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Inside on pages “THE CHANGING OF THE GUARD / GRAPHIC INCIDENTS OF THE / TWO WORLD WARS / REPRODUCED FROM OFFICIAL AND OTHER PHOTOGRAPHS / AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL / CANBERRA / MDCCCCXLII / Crown Copyright Reserved” with
“Dedication / To the men and women of the Empire who in / every hour of danger face the storm… who / in their willing sacrifice are bearing the brunt / of a struggle for the peace and security of all peoples”
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