The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force 1915-19

The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force 1915-19 by Herbert Brayley Collett is a detailed regimental history of the 28th Battalion Australian Imperial Force (AIF) during World War I. The book provides an in-depth account of the battalion’s experiences from its formation in 1915 through its engagements on the battlefields of Gallipoli the Western Front and other key theaters of war.Collett who served in the battalion presents a chronological narrative of the unit’s operations describing its training battles and the challenges faced by its soldiers. The book highlights the battalion’s role in significant campaigns including the Gallipoli landings the battles of Pozières and Passchendaele and the final offensives of 1918. It also offers insights into the daily lives of the soldiers their hardships and the camaraderie that sustained them through the war.This regimental history is a valuable resource for military historians and those interested in Australia’s role in World War I. Collett’s firsthand perspective combined with detailed records and personal anecdotes provides a comprehensive and vivid portrayal of the 28th Battalion’s contributions and sacrifices during the conflict.