Five Months at Anzac

Joseph Lievesley Beeston's Five Months at Anzac is a powerful firsthand account of the Gallipoli campaign told through the eyes of an Australian military medical officer. From his departure from Australia in December 1914 through his evacuation due to illness after five grueling months at the front, Beeston provides an intimate narrative of service with the 4th Field Ambulance, Australian Imperial Force. This compelling war memoir offers readers an unfiltered perspective on one of World War I's most significant and tragic campaigns. Through vivid accounts of the landing at Anzac Cove, daily medical operations under fire, and the harrowing realities of battlefield care, Beeston chronicles both the extraordinary courage of soldiers and the complex humanity found in wartime. The narrative extends beyond combat to capture lighter moments—from swimming adventures to observations of Turkish prisoners and fellow servicemen—revealing the full spectrum of experience on the Peninsula. Originally published in 1916, this historical document preserves crucial details about medical services, military operations, and the bonds forged between officers and men during unprecedented warfare. Beeston's dedication to those who served alongside him resonates throughout, making this more than a military history—it's a tribute to sacrifice and duty. Ideal for history enthusiasts, students of World War I, descendants of ANZACs, and anyone seeking authentic accounts of warfare and human resilience, this audiobook brings a pivotal moment in military history to life.