| Accession Number | S00174 |
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| Collection type | Sound |
| Measurement | Duration: 12 Minutes 16 Seconds |
| Object type | Talk |
| Physical description | Disc 78rpm - Shellac |
| Maker |
Birdwood, William Riddell Looker, George |
| Date made | 3 July 1947 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 South Africa, 1899-1902 (Boer War) First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
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| Copying Provisions | Copyright restrictions apply. Only personal, non-commercial, research and study use permitted. Permission of copyright holder required for any commercial use and/or reproduction. |
"The Australian Soldier", by Field Marshal Lord Birdwood of Anzac
Description
Field Marshal Lord Birdwood describes his impressions of the character of Australian soldiers, beginning with a formal introduction and continuing on to praise the bravery and commitment of Australian troops alongside British troops during the First World War, including mention of their participation in the Boer War.
History / Summary
After the death of Major General W T Bridges in May 1915 Field Marshal Lord William Birdwood was given temporary command of the Australian Imperial Force. His formal appointment came in 14 September 1916.
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