Flagship: The Cruiser HMAS Australia II and the Pacific War on Japan

Meer over het boek

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows the HMAS Australia II, a cruiser that played a crucial role in key naval battles. After patrolling for German battleships, the ship returned home to a shocking murder of a sailor, leading to a swift trial and execution of the culprits. Australia II participated in the pivotal Battle of the Coral Sea and the historic Battle of Leyte Gulf, aiding in General Douglas MacArthur's return to the Philippines. Ultimately, she faced relentless kamikaze attacks before retiring in 1956, honored yet scrapped as the last of her name.