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Explore World War I in Australia from conscription to peace negotiations.
Every democratic society is distinct. The same is true for Australia.
Descriptions and sounds from the past.
Join our team and help us tell the story of Australian democracy.
This resource guides students to consider what they would like to achieve as a learner.
How the 'Gair Affair' unfolded.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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