{"title":"Lucas Jordan","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of \u003cstrong\u003eLucas Jordan\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished author meticulously known for his insightful contributions to the genres of \u003cem\u003eHistory\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMilitary\u003c\/em\u003e. Lucas Jordan delves deep into historical narratives, bringing to light poignant stories from past conflicts with a fresh and engaging perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated works, \u003ccite\u003eThe Chipilly Six\u003c\/cite\u003e stands out as a remarkable testament to his scholarly dedication and storytelling prowess. This book immerses readers into a gripping account of lesser-known wartime heroes, exploring the intricacies of courage, strategy, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLucas Jordan's books are more than mere recounts of historical events; they are journeys through time that educate and inspire. Whether you're a history aficionado or new to military stories, his works promise rich narratives and compelling insights. Explore the collection and traverse the pages where history meets masterful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-chipilly-six-by-lucas-jordan-9781742238098","title":"The Chipilly Six","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShortlisted, 2024 NSW Premier's History Awards, Anzac Memorial Trustees Military History Prize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn 9 August 1918, at Chipilly Spur overlooking the Somme River, an entire British Army Corps is held up by German machine gunners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe battle has raged for 30 hours and more than 2000 men have fallen. Then, two Australian sergeants, Jack Hayes and Harold Andrews, go absent without leave and cross the Somme ahead of British lines. Seeing that the British advance is stopped, they re-cross the river, gather four mates and return to drive the Germans off the spur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe extraordinary feats of the Chipilly Six and the personal stories of these diggers have been overlooked. Historian Lucas Jordan weaves a compelling tale of the lives of the soldiers, chronicling their return home and years after service, through a pandemic, the Great Depression, another world war and the very first Anzac Day dawn service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chipilly Six were extraordinary men in extraordinary times. Lucas Jordan reveals a wider story of Australia's Great War veterans as they battled a nation forgetting, a bitter Depression, another World War and beyond. This is a remarkable insight into a vanishing world - Bill Gammage, Emeritus Professor, Humanities Research Centre, ANU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn absolute cracker of a story. No one - and I literally mean no one! - is more equipped to write a compelling book about the remarkable story of the Chipilly Six. - Ross McMullin, author of\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLife So Full of Promise\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA superb piece of investigative historical storytelling. Lucas Jordan is part of a new generation of military historians. He is a bright star. - Peter Stanley, author of\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBad Characters: Sex, Crime, Murder and the Australian Imperial Force\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrows new light on the impact of war on families and communities, wives and brothers-in-arms. - Marilyn Lake, Professorial Fellow, University of Melbourne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA remarkable piece of recovered history that offers great insight into the impact of war on Australian society. Highly recommended. - Jeff Popple,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCanberra Weekly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt's impossible to read this ripping, vivid recreation of events without shaking your head in disbelief. -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSydney Morning Herald\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eand\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThe Age\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucas Jordan is to be congratulated on producing a compelling book describing a pivotal era of Australian history, as well as making the exploits of the Chipilly Six better known. - David Phillipson, Military History \u0026amp; Heritage Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith the current Royal Commission into Veteran suicide, this is a timely and important look at just what returning soldiers face when they are expected to slide back into normal society when the war is over. 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