A History of Australia

By: ahistoryofaustralia
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  • A Chronological, Listenable, Academic podcast about Australia’s history.
    Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
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  • Ep73: Black Wednesday and Political Chaos | 1877 & 1878

    Ep73: Black Wednesday and Political Chaos | 1877 & 1878
    Jan 14 2025

    This week, we examine the Victorian political event known as Black Wednesday, as well as a year of political chaos and strife for New South Wales. In addition, we discuss the first-ever Australian and English test cricket match.
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    22 mins
  • Ep72: The Catalpa Rescue | 1876

    Ep72: The Catalpa Rescue | 1876
    Jan 7 2025

    This week, we discuss perhaps Australia's most infamous prison escape, the Catalpa Rescue. In addition, we talk about political changes, the New Zealand to Australia submarine telegraph line, and the death of Truganini.
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    25 mins
  • Ep71: The Premier and the Bushranger, the Fall of Henry Parkes' First Government | 1874 & 1875

    Ep71: The Premier and the Bushranger, the Fall of Henry Parkes' First Government | 1874 & 1875
    Dec 24 2024

    Merry Christmas! In this episode, we discuss the unlikely combo which led to the fall of Henry Parkes' first government. In addition, we talk about the SS Gothenburg wreck, the Running Waters Massacre, and the time SA decided to stray past the Goyder Line, with disastrous results.

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    28 mins

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Very informative

This podcast actually makes Australian history sound interesting. Very well spoken and really well researched

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