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Australian indigenous soldiers who served in World War l were radicalised by the experience. They were shaken and angered by the injustices they experienced, both while serving and when they returned home. The result was the formation of the first all-Aboriginal political organisation.
- Guest: John Maynard, historian, author, Emeritus Professor at Newcastle University, contributor to the book ‘Challenging Anzac: stories that don’t fit the legend’ (NewSouth)
- Producer: Ann Arnold