If I liken the Pacific War to a football match, I can say to you that the first half is over, we have kicked off after the interval, and we are going to carry the ball into enemy territory for a smashing victory.

John Curtin

After Ball Carry Enemy First Football Football Match Going Half I Can Interval Kicked Match Off Over Pacific Say Smashing Territory Victory War You

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