Drummoyne's Great War: Drummoyne War Memorial First World War Biographies, Volume 1, 1914-1916

by Brendan Bateman, Juliette Lachemeier (Editor)

Overview

Volume 1 - Gallipoli, Western Front, Messines, Pozières, Mouquet Farm

Unveiling History's Silent Heroes

Brendan Bateman's Drummoyne's Great War: Drummoyne War Memorial First World War Biographies is more than a collection of stories; it's a testament to the lives and sacrifices of the Australian men who shaped history.

What began as a humble tribute for a fallen soldier evolved into three volumes, chronicling the lives and sacrifices of all ninety-five men commemorated on the Drummoyne War Memorial from the First World War.

Each man, a chapter in Australia's involvement, now shares the spotlight in the chronological order of their sacrifice.

Brendan's mission wasn't just to tell their stories but to provide context, understanding and a deeper appreciation for the complexities of the First World War. This collection not only captures individual stories but paints a broader picture of Australia's involvement in the war.

Join Brendan Bateman and discover the heartfelt stories of Drummoyne's unsung heroes. Meticulously researched, and with over 300 photographs, these three unique volumes truly honour the brave souls whose service and sacrifice helped to shape our world.

PRAISE FOR BRENDAN BATEMAN

'The narratives captured in these volumes outline the fascinating stories of these individuals from the Drummoyne and Five Dock communities. Their lives paint a picture of our local heritage and our community's connection to the Great War, from those with deep ties to the area to others with more fleeting connections. These stories are so important ... in preserving the memory of those who served.' Councillor Michael Megna (Mayor), City of Canada Bay Council.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780994335128
Publisher:	Brendan Bateman
Publication date:	04/08/2025
Pages:	360
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.98(d)

About the Author

Brendan Bateman was born in Sydney, Australia. A lifelong history enthusiast, Brendan studied both ancient and modern history at the University of Sydney. Acknowledging the truism that 'there is no future in history', he also pursued a law degree and has practised as a lawyer with a leading Australian law firm for over thirty years. However, his passion for history never waned. In 2009, he scratched that itch which eventually led to him self-publishing I am the First and the Last: The Fallen World War One ANZACs of St Mark's Drummoyne in 2015. This work paved the way for his latest three volumes, Drummoyne's Great War, which chronicle the lives of the ninety-five men commemorated on the Drummoyne War Memorial who served and died in the First World War.

Dr Juliette Lachemeier is the managing editor of The Erudite Pen, a professional editing and independent publishing business. She helps fiction and nonfiction authors turn their writing dreams into a published reality and has published a number of #1 bestselling titles.