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When did australia become a colony?

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Why did Australia become an English colony?

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Why was involved in World War 1?

Australia had only just gained become united as a country, but was still a colony of the British. Therefore, Australia too, was dragged into the war.


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What type of colony was Australia before the gold rush era?

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Why was aurstalia involved in World War 1?

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What type of colony did Britain establish in Australia?

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