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A bold, authoritative, and long-overdue study of Australia’s wartime military leadership.
Who led Australia’s army through the Second World War and how well did they perform? The Top Brass is the first book to critically examine the performance of every senior Australian commander across the full span of the conflict. From North Africa to Kokoda, and from field operations to the back rooms of Canberra, this groundbreaking work offers a sweeping and deeply human look at leadership in war.
Military historian and award-winning author David Horner draws on decades of research, including rare interviews with more than thirty wartime generals, extensive archival research and previously unpublished material. This is not just a study of battles – it’s a study of leadership under pressure; the development of command talent; and the personal rivalries, political tensions, and institutional challenges that shaped Australia’s war effort.
Whether you are a military history enthusiast, serving defence professional, academic researcher, or general reader, The Top Brass offers a compelling and timely exploration of leadership and the burdens of command.
Title: The Top Brass
Format: Hardback Book
Release Date: 28 Apr 2026
Type: David Horner
Sku: 3592900
Catalogue No: 9781761452932
Category: History
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