Comparing the World Wars, Reflection and Editorial

What were the objections and actions, punishments suffered and achievements of dissidents who opposed conscription in Australia during the two world wars?

Love and fear motivated young Australians to volunteer their lives by enlisting to serve during the world wars.

The stories of Indigenous Australians who served in the world wars are important parts of our national military—and socio-political—history.

The experiences of a generation who had endured World War I as young adults influenced their decisions when they oversaw Australia’s war effort in World War II.

A defining element of the world wars was the role of civilians in sustaining the war effort, and the deployment of weaponry against civilian populations to break their will and capacity.

The focus of Australia’s sea power changed across the world wars as the threats to the nation’s supply lines became closer and more intense.

Women in France and Australia were involved in many ways in the world wars, but by the end of each their contributions were downplayed.

Exploring the contrasting roles of women in World War II, from battlefield heroism to home front contributions, highlights their resilience, sacrifices and impact on Australia’s wartime efforts.

From immigration to a more assertive role in international affairs, World War II can be considered the pivotal event that created the modern Australia.

While Australia turned to the USA to help defend it against Japan during World War II, the USA was fulfilling its own strategic needs by stationing a million troops in Australia.

The formation of new nation states in Europe during the interwar years led to increased nationalism and resentment of minorities, particularly Jewish people.

Study tours that are designed to meet student learning outcomes from the History curriculum are being offered by a broad range of schools.

Teaching strategies ranging in complexity from Venn diagrams to experiential learning can help students understand the similarities and differences of the world wars, and how they shaped the modern world.

Understanding the critical words in examination questions enables students to structure essay responses that demonstrate their analysis of historical knowledge and understanding to assessors.

Artefacts and activities at the Hellenic Museum can extend student knowledge and interest in Ancient Greek heroes and hoplites.

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