Moreton Bay Queensland in World War II - The Story of Civilian and Military Life in Coastal Towns in the Area Between Caloundra and Point Lookout During 1939 - 1945

History of wartime at Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia during WW2. Details defensive positions on Bribie Island, Moreton Island, and North Stradbroke Islands. The book details the wartime history, and the lives of troops stationed in the Moreton Bay area which included United States Marines and Australian soldiers. Details of each installation and its purpose are provided. Some of the chapters include Early warning of sea invasion, Caloundra - the army town, The Cowan Cowan defences, A "State of War" exists, War comes to Bribie Island, The aftermath of Pearl Harbour, No. 4 RAN Station, Woorim, The Toorbul Pt. Training Centre, Wartime at Redcliffe, The role of wartime radar, first US troops arrive, Sinking of the hospital ship, Heavy battery at Comboyuro Pt. Sandgate RAAF Station, Training on Coochiemudlo Island, US surprise for Wellington Pt! and The "Brisbane Line". The book incorporates the original book "Fort Bribie".