Tag Archives: Western Front

Brothers At Arms – The Fisher Family Sacrifice At Pozieres

Posted on 30 October, 2010 by gary

The term “Brothers At Arms” has been used on many occasions to describe the bonds formed between men, during times of war.  I have written about the CRESWICK brothers (Norman & Thomas) from country New South Wales; and the MANUSU … Continue reading →

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Too Big a Price To Pay! – the Creswick boys (Norman & Thomas) Killed In Action

Posted on 14 October, 2010 by gary

The following account was written by Geoff CRAWFORD of Bowral in New South Wales Australia. These men were his ‘Great Uncles’ and their Memorial Plaques (also known as ‘Death Plaques’ and ‘Dead Man’s Penny’ are missing. Do you know where … Continue reading →

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Australian Tunnelling Companies & the film BENEATH HILL 60 – Scriptwriter David ROACH

Posted on 13 May, 2010 by gary

The Australian feature film BENEATH HILL 60 is a war movie set underneath the trenches of World War 1. Their never-before told Australian story is set in 1916 – where Queensland miner Oliver WOODWARD, under-trained and having never faced hostile … Continue reading →

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