Australia's Forgotten Prisoners

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Focusing on the experiences of 1500 Australian civilians captured by the Japanese during World War II, this book delves into their internment in harsh camps across the Asia-Pacific. It vividly recounts the daily lives and struggles faced by these civilians—men, women, and children—highlighting the unique challenges and dilemmas they encountered. As the first comprehensive history of this subject, it sheds light on the resilience and hardships of those who endured captivity, offering a poignant exploration of their stories and experiences.