Did America's Revolution spur Australia's colonisation?

July 2
54 mins

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Episode Description

As the US celebrates 250 years since its Declaration of Independence, what links can we draw between America's Revolution and Australia's colonisation? Plus, the 'Indian' world of George Washington: founding father and aggressive land speculator. 

Guests:

  • Professor Kate Fullagar, historian at ACU
  • Professor Colin G. Calloway, historian at Dartmouth College, author of The Indian World of George Washington
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