Ep243: Australians in Burma, 1942-45

Living History with Mat McLachlan

Mar 15, 2025•46 min•Season 9Ep. 243

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Episode description

Although Australians were actively involved in the Burma campaign throughout the Second World War, this vitally important theatre of the Asia-Pacific War has fallen through the cracks of history. Mat speaks with historian Daryl Moran to reveal the service and sacrifice of Australians in this forgotten campaign.

In the Fight: Australians and the War in Burma, 1942-1945, edited by Andrew Kilsby and Daryl Moran, is available now.

Presenter: Mat McLachlan

Guest: Daryl Moran

Producer: Jess Stebnicki

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