Tell Me A Story About Australia: Men Down a Mine - Beaconsfield

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Men Down a Mine: Beaconsfield is the true story of how two men survived an earthquake and a rock fall that caused them to be trapped deep underground for 14 days. Read how the men coped underground and how the world above reacted to the news. This book is packed with information about the Beaconsfield mine disaster, including the media reports, responses of the men's families, and the skills, equipment and teamwork their colleagues used to ensure their rescue. The story of Brant Webb and Todd Russell's survival and rescue is balanced by the tragic death of their colleague, Larry Knight. It illustrates the risks involved in mining work and the dedication of those who choose to take them.