The ANZAC table

Daniel Reynaud & Emanuela Reynaud 

The Anzac Table is a compelling exploration of the food and drink consumed by the soldiers of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) during the First World War. Written by acclaimed historian Daniel Reynaud and hospitality expert Emanuela Reynaud, this book provides a rich and nuanced understanding of how food shaped the physical and emotional experiences of Australian soldiers. Grounded in extensive research from over 1,200 soldiers' diaries and letters, official reports, and secondary sources, the book examines the origins of the First AIF diet, its British influences, and its effectiveness in sustaining troops in various wartime settings, including army camps, the front lines, ships, hospitals, and prisoner-of-war camps. 

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