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World War 2

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Baracchi Collection

Papers, pamphlets, books and periodicals relating to communism, socialism, fascism, capitalism, international relations, public finance, politics, World War II, and the Vietnam War.

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Map of the world during World War II showing Japanese and German influence and occupation, international boundaries, transportation, oil fields etc. Scattered around the map are depictions of war technology including battleships, aircraft and artillery.  Some countries have depictions of animals or 'things' relevant to the country eg. in the middle of Australia is a kangaroo, emu, a platypus and sheep. Inset at bottom left and right are close ups of the Mediterranean and Solomon Islands respectively.

(1942). [Japanese map of World War ll]. nla.gov.au/nla.obj-234704475

'Enemy aliens' and war With Japan

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As the outbreak of war was announced, police forces around Australia moved swiftly to ensure there were no concerns about security at home.

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