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Topic : Why did Australia become involved in the war?

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Chapter 1 : Australia`s duty

As a member of the British Empire, when war was declared Australia was obliged to provide support
A sense of loyalty to Britain led to Australians wanting to support Britain
For some Australians, enthusiasm for the war came from the belief that the British Empire was superior to other nations
Rumours about supposed atrocities taking place in Germany were fabricated and perpetuated by the media
Thousands of men rushed to enlist as soldiers to fight
Not everyone agreed with Australia`s involvement in the war. There were groups who opposed it on moral, religious and political grounds

Chapter 2 : The benefits

Chapter 3 : The Western Front

Chapter 4 : Australia`s legacy

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