Australia is never discussed in school and I am interested to learn some history about Australia
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just two prominent appearances of australia on the stage of world history: -the rumors and legends of some yet unknown southern continent 'terra australis' incited some exploration expeditions which finally led to the discovery of that continent and other areas. - in world war one after the battle at gallipoli australian soldiers became more known here in europe.
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By its location Australia is strategically placed to be the "back door" of S E asia.
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If there were no Australia the Southern Hemisphere might be too light, the Earth become unbalanced and tip on its side! Lima, Peru would move from the equator to the north pole! Aside from providing a dumping ground for Britain's 19th century undesirables and some excellent troops in the world wars, Australia's main contribution to the world so far has been Mel Gibson.
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