This four part series tells the story of Australians on the Home Front during World War II. Personal recollections, rare archival footage and the music of the time combine to create an evocative and haunting picture of this unique picture in Australian history. In Episode 1, personal recollections are interleaved with historical footage from the time of the announcement that Australia was following England into war with Germany. Closes with entry of Japan's entry into the war. 1. World War, 1939-1945--Australia. 2. Australia--Social life and customs--1929-1945 3. Australia--History--1929-1945