0
How did the British first come to Australia and how did the influence of that country remain strong in Australia today?
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
The Brits looked at Australia, saw it was big and hot and very far away, and decided to send most of the people in their overcrowded jails over in boats to get them out of England. So a lot of the first white people over here were convicts. Some were also settlers though, looking to get away from England because it was so crowded. Today the Queen of England still appoints the Governor-General, but this position is mostly ceremonial. The descendants of the British population still eat meat pies, obsess about racing and watch some British TV; and the legal system is definitely designed off the British one. ALSO Australia is still part of the Commonwealth, i.e. Queen Elizabeth II is head of state. The First Fleet was sent to Australia and there were ships full of convicts and governors. They came and settled down here and today if you go around dowtown Sydney you can still see those narrow roads in some places. They also influenced our laws and our parliament.
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What are the loyalists?
Loyalists are people who remain loyal to the established ruler or government of a country ( I.e. colonist of the American Revolutionary period who supported the British)
What is the British empire today?
The British Empire no longer exists. However, there are around 50 countries who used to be part of the British Empire but are now independent and choose to remain part of the Commonwealth of Nations. Those countries include Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, Pakistan and many Caribbean countries.
Why did Britain agree to demands for self-rule in Australia?
Why do children leave their parents' home? Because they want to make their own decisions,become independent,feel they're mature enough to cope on their own etc. This sounds very similar.However,the Queen of the UK is still the Queen of Australia.Therefore,don't forget that Australia has not cut all the ties with the UK and has only considered but not decided to become a Republic.
What effect did the use of Hessian troops have on the British war effort?
The unruly Hessians cost the British the support of many areas that the British had hoped would remain loyalist.
Why did some colonist remain loyal to the British crown?
NovaNet Answer: They feared a destructive war.
How does Australia remain a neutral country?
Australia is not a neutral country. The question is: how could Australia become neutral? What might be the process? What might be the repercussions?
What European country gained independence from the united kingdom in 1949?
In 1921, Ireland became an independent country but chose to remain part of the British Commonwealth. In 1949, the Irish people voted to become a republic and the country changed its name to the Republic of Ireland and withdrew from the British Commonwealth.
To what country do the cayman Islands of the Caribbean Sea belong?
The Cayman Islands are considered a British Overseas Territory. The Islands are one of 14 British Territories that have voted to remain territories of Britain.
Why did Australia and new zealand want to remain dominions of England?
Neither New Zealand or Australia are "dominions of England". Both are independent countries, with a parliamentary democracy. There is The Commonwealth, which is composed of many of the former members of the British Colonies, but not all Commonwealth members are ex British colonies, nor are all ex-colonies members of The Commonwealth.
What are the loyalists?
Loyalists are people who remain loyal to the established ruler or government of a country ( I.e. colonist of the American Revolutionary period who supported the British)
What is the British empire today?
The British Empire no longer exists. However, there are around 50 countries who used to be part of the British Empire but are now independent and choose to remain part of the Commonwealth of Nations. Those countries include Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, Pakistan and many Caribbean countries.
Why did Britain agree to demands for self-rule in Australia?
Why do children leave their parents' home? Because they want to make their own decisions,become independent,feel they're mature enough to cope on their own etc. This sounds very similar.However,the Queen of the UK is still the Queen of Australia.Therefore,don't forget that Australia has not cut all the ties with the UK and has only considered but not decided to become a Republic.
Which country has sought the return of Gibraltar now under Britain?
Spain - there is a long-standing dispute as to which country the island belongs to. The people of Gibraltar elected to remain a part of the British Empire in two referenda - in 1967 and 2002.
How many red foxes are in Australia?
Too many. Red foxes have proliferated since their introduction to Australia in the 19th century, and since then, they have decimated e natve animal population. It is not known how many red foxes there are in the country, but they remain a destructive pest.
Is the UK the powerful country?
Yes and it will remain powerful country..
Who was a patriot and who was a loyalist during the revolutionary war era?
A Patriot supported the revolution and the formation of a new country, a Loyalist disapproved of this and felt that America should remain a British colony.
How did Siam manage to remain independent while countries in the area were being colonized?
Siam decided to be neutral so the British or french couldn't get his land. then he modernized his country after that.That was the result of British and French agreement used Siam as the buffer
