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Captain James Cook claimed the eastern coast of austrailia for Britain, landing at Botany Bay in 1770
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The First Fleet, led by Captain Aurthur Philip, arrived in Sydney Cove, establishing the first European settlement in Australia
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Gold was discovered in New South Wales, sparking a gold rush that significantly boosted Australia's population and economy
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The six Australian colonies united to form the Commonwealth of Australia
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Australian and New Zealand Army Corps troops landed at Gallipoli during World War One, marking a significant event in Australian history
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Australia participated in World war one until 1945 as part of the Allied forces, facing threats in the Pacific from Japanese forces
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A referendum resulted in changes to the Australian Constitution, giving Indigenous Australians the right to be counted in the national census
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Australia hosted the Summer Olympics in Sydney, showcasing the country on the world stage and leaving a lasting impact on its infrastructure and global reputation