Ep74: The Sydney Riot of 1879 and Captain Moonlite | 1879 & 1880

from A History of Australia · host ahistoryofaustralia

This week, we discuss the events of 1879-1880, as they occurred around Ned Kelly. From a riot over cricket which would include Australia's future first prime minister, to another bushranger whose life has been overshadowed by Kelly, this week is incredibly interesting! Next week, we'll be diving straight into Ned Kelly and his gang!

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