Scrubber McDade

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An Unlikely Hero Faces the Viet Cong

David W Roberts

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English

Silverbird Publishing
20 August 2025

Postwar 20th century history, from c 1945 to c 2000; Military history; Vietnam War

'Ever thought of joining up yourself, Norman? You're the right age, fit and healthy.

I reckon you'd do well in the army.'

I laughed. 'There's one big problem, Sarge;

I'm illiterate.'

Norman McDade struggled at school. Despite the best efforts of his teachers, Norman left school at fifteen unable to read or write. Illiterate young men in the 1960s Australia faced a world of limited opportunities. Norman found a niche as a cleaner but cleaners were poorly paid and he struggled

Teased at school, Norman had only one genuine friend, Janice. Despite both being involved in a shocking car accident, their relationship endured.

Then, Norman had a lucky break. With the help of a sympathetic recruiting sergeant, he was accepted into the Australian Army. Early in 1966, his regiment was posted to Nui Dat in Vietnam to fight the Viet Cong. How does ""Scrubber"" McDade, as he was known in the army, cope?

By: David W Roberts
Imprint: Silverbird Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 345g
ISBN: 9780645916232
ISBN 10: 0645916234
Pages: 298
Publication Date: 20 August 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

David Roberts migrated as a qualified teacher from the United Kingdom. After seventeen years working as a teacher, deputy principal and principal in country New South Wales, he became a university academic. University appointments and consultancies enabled David to travel widely and broaden his horizons. Now retired, he lives with his wife in Adelaide.This is his seventh novel.

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Scrubber McDade

An Unlikely Hero Faces the Viet Cong

David W Roberts

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