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Why does Australia maintain close links with the US and Britain?
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Australia was originally ruled by Britain so that one is easy. Britain and US are on friendly terms, so that probably adds to why we have good terms with Australia.
While Australia is now formally independent of Britain, Britain has always been close to Australia because it is the mother country and established the nation in the 1700s. The US as a world superpower is necessary to maintain as a friend because of the position it takes on the world stage in economic and defence terms.
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Why did Australia have strong links with Great Britain for a long time?
Because of the (British Empire). Britain used to rule Australia along with more of the world than anyother country,hence why theres such strong ties to Great Britain all over the world.
In World War 2 did Australia side with axis or allies?
Australia fought on the side of the Allies. Thanks to her British colonial history, she retained close links with Britain and placed men, ships, and planes at Britain's disposal. Australians served bravely in all theaters of war.
How did World War 2 affect Australia?
It affected Australia's relationships with other countries because it made Australia start to question and analyze their bonds and links with other countries. Australia wanted to become independent from Britain because John Curtain thought that success in war could not come from Britain. He wanted Australia to look to the US as they had new ideas and attitudes.
How is Australia's relationship with Britain and the US changing?
Australia's relationship with other "western nations" is undergoing a significant change at the moment. Even though the government appears to be strengthening its ties with the U.S. at the cost of its relationship with the U.K. this is not really the case. The influence that Britain has over Australia is almost negligable, Australian populace and government really pay no heed to English politics but many conservative people still feel traditional ties with England but this does not affect Australian policy. Australia's military links with the U.S. have come under increasing scrutiny from much of the populace of Australia and many Australian feel that we may follow U.S. policy just a little too easily, however many others argue that the relationship with the U.S. is our best defence policy as Australia is only a nation of 21 million it would be difficult to defend ourselves with out assistance. Perhaps the most significant factor over the last few years and which will continue to exert greater influence into the future is the changing nature of the Australian demographic. Australia now accepts many more immigrants from nations that have no cultural ties to England or the U.S. as their influence grows expect to see a far more multicultural and multinational approach from Australia, especially if our economic links with south east Asia continue to expand at the rate they are.
Where can you buy a tradional polish dress in Australia?
Try the links below.
What does the union jack represents?
It symbolises the Great Britain links to Australia.
How did the relationship between Britain and Australia change after World War 2?
Australia became free of Britains constitutional links during World War 2, ending it's colonial status. With British defeats at the hands of the Japanese forces allowing Japan to threaten Australia, Australia turned to the United States for assistance. While politically and economically close still, after World War 2, Australia became less dependent on Britain.
Why did Australia have strong links with Great Britain for a long time?
Because of the (British Empire). Britain used to rule Australia along with more of the world than anyother country,hence why theres such strong ties to Great Britain all over the world.
In World War 2 did Australia side with axis or allies?
Australia fought on the side of the Allies. Thanks to her British colonial history, she retained close links with Britain and placed men, ships, and planes at Britain's disposal. Australians served bravely in all theaters of war.
What does the red stands for on the Australian flag?
The red colour in the upper left corner of the Australian flag is the Union Jack, this denotes Australia's historical links with Britain.
Uranium in Australia?
Links to Uranium in Australia below.
What is the geography of Australia?
Australia has a variety of geographic zones and features. See the Related Links below for an overview and further links.
What Italy influence on Australia?
Some Italian influences in Australia in the links below.
On what website can you find out about Australia?
Try a guide to Australia on the related links below.
Does Britain have any links to places that were in the empire?
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White Australia Policy links below
How did World War 2 affect Australia?
It affected Australia's relationships with other countries because it made Australia start to question and analyze their bonds and links with other countries. Australia wanted to become independent from Britain because John Curtain thought that success in war could not come from Britain. He wanted Australia to look to the US as they had new ideas and attitudes.
