IPA Adjunct Fellow Prof. Bradley Bowden inspires us with “What a Legend.”
He show us the importance of “getting history right,” by bringing the achievements of Charles Bean to our attention on this occasion.
Australia’s military history should occupy our minds as we enjoy our “long weekend.”
Mannkal’s recent guest speaker Professor Geoffrey Blainey AC also reminded us that “We were better prepared for war in 1914 than we are now.”
These thoughts are an introduction to two earlier WW1 pieces that we have previously published
The Pointless Tragedy of War Part I
The Pointless Tragedy of War Part II
May we express gratitude towards those who fought and who continue to fight to maintain our freedom
Ron Manners AO
2025
