BLUF

Historical research and modern forensic methods have reunited eleven Australian families with answers about relatives lost overseas — preserving personal histories and ensuring their contributions are recognised by future generations.

Learning Outcomes

 Military History-Develop an awareness of historical sources informing current strategic, operational and tactical decision-making, including documented differences from our past, such as culture.

Communication & Cognition

Develop an awareness of how cognitive processes help in decision-making and forming beliefs. This article  demonstrates how researchers assess and compare historical evidence before reaching conclusions.

References

ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation): High factual reporting 
COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE GUIDELINES LEARNING OUTCOMES ETC)