Gould Genealogy and History

In this book the exploits of those who created the Digger legend are recounted. The focus is firmly on who the diggers actually were--whether in army, navy, or air force--and on telling the story of a proud and distinctive military tradition through the lives of the many men and women who helped to forge the reputation as first-class soldiers.

We see a sample of the outstanding achievements of Australians at war, both in the colonial period, and in the cataclysm of 1914-18, and we gain an insight into what war meant to these people and to a new country.

Contents:
Preface
Editor's Note
Authors
Introduction
Colonial Beginnings
 - Biographies
The First World War
 - Biographies
Appendix 1. Honour and Awards to Australians to 1919
Appendix 2. Australian Victoria Cross Winners to 1919
Further Reading
Index of Biographies