Summary Fred Smith has been described as 'Australia's secret weapon' in international diplomacy. As a career diplomat, he's represented Australia in Bougainville and more recently in Afghanistan. But it's his second career as a musician that came to the fore in Uruzgan province, when he wrote a song about the death of Australian soldier Ben Ranaudo. "Dust in Uruzgan" captured the hearts of many serving in Afghanistan and a second song, "Sapper's Lullaby" has become an anthem for soldiers and their families. Now, with Australian forces about to depart Afghanistan, this is the story of a diplomat with a difference.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Caroline Jones Leigh Sales Eddie Perfect Jimmy Barnes
Genres : Biography Documentary
Release date : Oct 6, 2013
Countries of origin : Australia
Official sites : ABC iView Official Australian Story Website
Language : English
Filming locations : ABC Studios, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Production companies : Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
Summary Fred Smith has been described as 'Australia's secret weapon' in international diplomacy. As a career diplomat, he's represented Australia in Bougainville and more recently in Afghanistan. But it's his second career as a musician that came to the fore in Uruzgan province, when he wrote a song about the death of Australian soldier Ben Ranaudo. "Dust in Uruzgan" captured the hearts of many serving in Afghanistan and a second song, "Sapper's Lullaby" has become an anthem for soldiers and their families. Now, with Australian forces about to depart Afghanistan, this is the story of a diplomat with a difference.
Genres : Biography Documentary
Release date : Oct 6, 2013
Countries of origin : Australia
Official sites : ABC iView Official Australian Story Website
Language : English
Filming locations : ABC Studios, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Production companies : Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
