Khaki Crims & Desperadoes

by (author)
Russell Robinson

USED BOOK

CONDITION

Very Good (VG): Describes a book that shows some small signs of wear - but no tears - on either binding or paper. Any defects should be noted on the listing.

Foxed / Foxing - Brown spotting of the paper caused by a chemical reaction, generally found in 19th century books, particularly in steel engravings of the period.

DESCRIPTION

When Australia entered World War I, volunteers swarmed to enlistment centres in their thousands.

Among the recruits, however, were criminals with extensive police records - hardened men, fresh out of jail or on the run from the law or fleeing family responsibilities or debts.

Once in uniform, some became persistent deserters to avoid being sent to the front.

Others showed great courage under fire, and were awarded medals

But, for many of these criminals, the war was a chance to hone their skills for use in the criminal underworld on their return.

Their military training was a backdrop, a chance to expand their unlawful enterprises overseas.

This is the story of those khaki crims and desperadoes.

PROD CODE : 9781742614151-C1