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Conference Paper

Author
Frost, J. M. R.
Title
History of a History: The Woomera Story
In
Second National Conference on Engineering Heritage ‘The Value of Engineering Heritage': Preprints of Papers
Imprint
Institution of Engineers, Australia, Barton, Australian Capital Territory, 1985, pp. 96-99
ISBN/ISSN
0858252503
Url
https://search.informit.org/doi/10.3316/informit.724896520576517
Abstract

The paper discusses the changing approach made to writing for publication a history of a major enterprise: the UK/Australian "Joint Project" agreement (1946-80), which established and operated the rocket range and township of Woomera and its base at Salisbury S.A. Lessons are drawn that might be useful in other organisations contemplating histories of large-scale engineering enterprises, intended for outside distribution. The main advice is that while historical writing is to be commended it should not be entered into lightly. It needs to be properly planned at the outset, and the importance of expertise recognised. The use of a professional writer is recommended.

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