Australia in the 20th century

The Commonwealth of Australia In 1901, the six colonies of Australia adopted a federal constitution and became a self-governing dominion of the British Empire.

White Australia Policy World War Ⅰ Australian-New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) ANZAC Day (April 25) The war brought benefits to its economy.

Economic development plan in the 1920s “men, money and markets” Men—immigrants Money—capital borrowed from the British government Markets—imperial preference (mutual preference for trade between Britain and the dominions.)

The Great Depression in the 1930s Main causes External—the collapse of wool and wheat prices and the cessation of loans Internal—an existing recession and drought

World War Ⅱ With the beginning of the Pacific War, Australia developed a foreign policy independent of Britain for the first time. Australian servicemen made significant contributions to the Allied victory in Europe and Asia-Pacific region.

After the World War Ⅱ Australia entered a boom period. An employment rate of almost 100% and a high standard of living. The movement to gain recognition of Aboriginal rights and a campaign against the White Australian Policy began in the 1960s.

Consolidation of national security In 1951, Australia took the historic step of signing its first treaty with foreign nations. ANZUS Treaty: mutual defense and support in case of war.

1980s—21st Century Economic reforms Maintain the form of Australian government Anti-terrorism Highly developed economy and diverse culture

Melbourne

the Olympic Games in 1956

Sydney Olympic Games in 2000

University of Sydney

University of Adelaide