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Pompey Elliott was a remarkable Australian. During the Great War he was a charismatic, controversial, and outstandingly successful military leader. An accomplished tactician and the bravest of the brave, he was renowned for never sending anyone anywhere he was not prepared to go himself. As a result, no Australian general was more revered by those he led or more famous outside his own command. A man of unimpeachable integrity and unwavering commitment, he was also forthright and volatile. His tempestuousness generated a host of anecdotes that amused his men and disconcerted his superiors. Yet surprisingly little had been written about Elliott until the original edition of this book appeared in 2002. Now in a new format and with a foreword by Les Carlyon, this comprehensive, deeply researched biography tells Elliotts fascinating story. It vividly examines Elliotts origins and youth, his peacetime careers as a lawyer and politician, and his achievements as well as the controversies he aroused during his years as a soldier. Ross McMullins masterly work retrieves a significant Australian from undeserved obscurity. It also judiciously reassesses notable battles he influenced including

Who reads Pompey Elliott?

Author

Ross MacMullin

Publisher

Scribe Publications Pty Ltd.

Published

2008

Language

EN

ISBN

9781921863394

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

History, Biography, Memoir

Rating

4.59 / 5 (18 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14