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The population of northern Australia was evacuated, and a defensive line was set up based on the 'Brisbane Line'. This was an over-reaction as the Japanese had no intention (or capability) of invading Australia. However Western Australia, which was virtually undefended, told the Federal Government to either defend it or they would have to come to terms with the Japanese. Three divisions were deployed to Western Australia.
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∙ 15y agoAustralian people realised that the war had come to Australia. Before this, the war was in a far away place and didn't really effect the way they lived their daily lives.
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Where were the ANZACS in the Darwin bombings?
The ANZACS, or the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, were not present in Darwin during the bombings that occurred on February 19, 1942. The bombings were carried out by the Japanese air force targeting the city of Darwin in Australia's Northern Territory. The ANZACS primarily fought in World War I and were not involved in the defense of Darwin during World War II.
Why did the Darwin bombing happen?
A few days after the bombing of Pearl Harbour, 200 Japanese fighter planes bombarded the city of Darwin, over 250 people died. Why did it happen? Because the allies were using Darwin as a staging ground, where allied ships would dock refuel and return to battle. It was also strategically important because this is where many of Australias forces were being sent from to head north to PNG, Indonesia, and so on. However, the attacks on Darwin were not the last for the remainder of the war it would be bombed a further 64 times but none of them compared to the destruction as the first bombings as we were much more prepared after that.
Where did evacuating people go during the Darwin bombings?
The new film (which is probably NOT A REMAKE) due to be released in November 2008, titled "AUSTRALIA" may supply those answers. The movie (film) is about the DARWIN BOMBING during WW2.
Why did the government lie about the Darwin bombings?
It kept the full facts from public knowledge to avoid public panic in the rest of Australia, to avoid harming morale and the war effort.
Who are australias allies?
New Zealand and Britain
How did the civilians feel the government should respond to the Darwin bombings?
By evacuating them.
What are australias cities?
Darwin City is the Australian Gateway city... It is the Northern most city of Australia and is the gateway to Asia
Where were the ANZACS in the Darwin bombings?
The ANZACS, or the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, were not present in Darwin during the bombings that occurred on February 19, 1942. The bombings were carried out by the Japanese air force targeting the city of Darwin in Australia's Northern Territory. The ANZACS primarily fought in World War I and were not involved in the defense of Darwin during World War II.
Why did the Darwin bombing happen?
A few days after the bombing of Pearl Harbour, 200 Japanese fighter planes bombarded the city of Darwin, over 250 people died. Why did it happen? Because the allies were using Darwin as a staging ground, where allied ships would dock refuel and return to battle. It was also strategically important because this is where many of Australias forces were being sent from to head north to PNG, Indonesia, and so on. However, the attacks on Darwin were not the last for the remainder of the war it would be bombed a further 64 times but none of them compared to the destruction as the first bombings as we were much more prepared after that.
Was there ever any wars that have taken place in Australia?
Australias' northern cities, Darwin and Broome, were repeatedly bombed by Japanese aircraft during World War 2.
Where did evacuating people go during the Darwin bombings?
The new film (which is probably NOT A REMAKE) due to be released in November 2008, titled "AUSTRALIA" may supply those answers. The movie (film) is about the DARWIN BOMBING during WW2.
Who are australias celebrities?
there are heaps
Why did the government lie about the Darwin bombings?
It kept the full facts from public knowledge to avoid public panic in the rest of Australia, to avoid harming morale and the war effort.
What are australias exports?
Mainly coal.
What actors and actresses appeared in Australias Most Wanted - 1999?
The cast of Australias Most Wanted - 1999 includes: Robert Rabiah as Suspect
What is Australias most popular place?
Sydney
What is Australias nick name for rugby?
The Wallabies.
