| ID | 121678 |
| Title Proper | Australia and the neglect of defence |
| Other Title Information | echoes of 1942 in the formulation of present security policy |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Palazzo, Albert |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The provision of national security is one of the essential responsibilities of government. As
the Japanese advance neared Australia in early 1942 it became clear that Australia's interwar
political leadership had failed to provide adequately for the nation's security. This article
explains how in 1942 Australia found itself virtually bereft of military power as well as the
steps to remedy the crisis. In doing so, the article questions whether the recent budgetary
decisions by today's political leadership will also result in an Army with a similar degree
of unreadiness, and one that is incapable of meeting the challenges of today national
security environment. |
| `In' analytical Note | Australian Army Journal Vol. 9, No.2; Winter 2012: p.15-31 |
| Journal Source | Australian Army Journal Vol. 9, No.2; Winter 2012: p.15-31 |
| Key Words | National Security Environment ; Political Leadership ; Australia |