The Gordon Bennett Story by Frank Legg | Biography of WWII Australian General (1965, Hardcover)

Author: Frank Legg
Publisher: Angus & Robertson, Sydney, 1965
Format: Hardcover, x + 309 pages, 30 pages of plates
Type of Book: Military Biography / Australian History
Dimensions: 24 cm
Condition: Good – light wear and small tears to dust jacket (not price clipped), light foxing to page edges, internally clean.

Description:
The Gordon Bennett Story is the compelling biography of Major General Henry Gordon Bennett (1887–1962), one of the most controversial and decorated figures in Australian military history. Written by journalist and author Frank Legg, the book traces Bennett’s rise through the ranks, his service in both World Wars, and the dramatic events surrounding his escape from Singapore during the Japanese invasion in 1942.

Drawing from official records, personal interviews, and press reports, Legg delivers a thorough account of Bennett’s leadership, legacy, and the polarised opinions that followed him throughout his career. Illustrated with photographs, maps, and portraits, this volume is essential reading for students of military history and those interested in Australia's wartime past.

Why You'll Love It:
A vivid and balanced portrayal of one of Australia’s most debated military figures. A must-have for collectors of Australian war history and biographies.