And therefore he suggests that “Shearing the Rams was not an icon of Australian legend at the time of its making…”5 It merely was connecting with the relationship of a class ideology and subsequently became one. Although this suggestion is disheartening to many current Australian’s it is justified when you consider that “nationalism is not an ideology: it is an appeal to the social units made specific by the class ideology and interests which call on it at particular times.” 6 This means that at a later date the image of bush labour and pastoral life, the foundation which the country was built on, became a strong ideological symbol of what it meant to be Australian. Probably the most different reading is Tim Bonyhady’s ‘Contrasting Lights’ as he does not, like Burn’s and Smith, analyse the ideological and class interpretations of the audiences at the time. Instead, he concentrates more on stylistic influence and emergence of the Heidelberg
The first document displays the hardship, courage and sacrifices which were demonstrated at the Gallipoli landing. The second document indicates to duty of men to serve and show their constancy to their Mother country, and also reveals forfeit and bravery of the young and old Anzacs. It is apparent that ranges of images were constructed due to such articles and documents. Referring to the AUS11 Documents, 2011, docs 10-16, Gallipoli landing symbolized a defining moment for Australia as a free and independent nation (birth of the Australian nation). It is also stated that, the Great War transformed typical Australian men from bush men to resourceful diggers, and from diggers to heroes.
The soldiers being charged are Australians, then should they have not been tried by Australian court? British’s practice of imperialism prevents the Australian government from doing so. Also the trial is set up for the Australians to be found guilty; setting the Australians as examples to retain order within the British army. British once again using its practice of imperialism see Australian sacrifices’ as a small price to pay. Australian government is said to have agreed with the convict, one can assume this is due to British influence, practice of imperialism.
Another reason was the government believed that Britain would help and give support to Australia when needed, if they supported Britain in the world war one. As a result, many British patriots encouraged conscription to ensure that Australia would be seen to have experienced the difficulties of War and, as a consequence, not relinquish it’s duty and in the process sever it’s ties with Britain. This fuelled the underlying controversies surrounding Australia's inability to assert her independence from Britain. Where as the people against the conscription believed that this is not the war to fight in. The war had no connections to Australia, and war was not good for the economy of a new country.
The “Native title Act” established new laws in allowing the jurisdiction of the Federal Court of Australia to hear and undertake claims and applications that revolve around native title. The Wik Decisions was also an important pastoral lease that was released as a result to the Mabo decision in 1996. Pastoral leases are a form of land tenure that was created by the British prior to the squatters in the 1830’s to 1840’s. In the Wik Case, the governments posed questions referring towards native title in that a grant of pastoral lease was in relation towards it. In conclusion the High Court established that native title should be wiped out from pastoral leases.
Persuade that a great speech has the power to provoke thought and stir emotion despite having been delivered in a different social and historical context The AUSTRALIAN HISTORY FOR US ALL has FAITH that there comes a time when enough is enough, a HOPE that when denial and guilt overwhelm oneself so fully that RECONCILIATION can be achieved. Is the moral and political turbulence of the colonial past addressed today? And may praise be passed to those who have struggled against the “ramparts” of conservatism in Australia? In 1996 Noel Pearson addressed the Chancellor’s Club Dinner provoking the question as to whether we should use the notion of “guilt” to help evolve the “national narrative” towards a greater recognition of the injustices committed
It puts you at the scene of one of the most famous events in Australia’s Military history. Completing the track is a great accomplishment and a good way to honour the memory of the Australian soldiers, sailors and aircrew who were in battle on the Kokoda Track. While walking the track you are able to understand the experience and achievements our soldiers made while battling with the Japanese. A quote from Prime Minister at the time of the war, Paul Keating states during his ANZAC speech in Papua New Guinea, “ They died in defense of Australia, and the civilization and values which had grown up there. That’s why it might be said that, for Australians, the battles of Papua New Guinea were the most
The Franco-Russian Alliance prevented this and led to German isolation. Germany's conduct from the mid-nineties and on was viewed as bad mannered which led to speculation of bad intentions. The Franco-Russian Alliance led to the idea that if Germany waged war it would have to be ready to fight on two fronts. Politicians and press in Russia, France, and Great Britain stressed the portrayal of Germany as irresponsible and immoral. The German constitution and its conflicting federal empire furthered these thoughts.
In my opinion, I believe that Australia did develop into an independent nation in the world during 1900-1945. Through the likes of federal policies in 1900-1914, WW1, 1920-1930’s and WW2 Australia increasingly became a more independent country. At the start of Australia’s birth; the federal government had placed many laws that would separate Australia from the world in terms of how they treated the working class. We placed many laws like the eight-hour day and basic wage. These laws protected the working class and we were the leaders throughout the world to place these laws in place.
Jack Davis’ didactic play explores the nature of white society and the mistreatment of indigenous Australians as they struggle to survive in sub-human conditions amidst the great depression. Davis uses a variety of dramatic literary techniques to depict how hostile white culture controls society using apartheid-style policies. The lack of recognition and understanding led to unfair actions, as the indigenous battled to survive the depression. The ironic and contemptuous justification of power for misguided political agenda, unfortunately led to mass dispossession of the indigenous. Contrastingly, not all white Australians can be generalised by the behaviours of the few, with a couple of dissimilar figures being used to demonstrate alternate approaches as to the acceptance of the indigenous.