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The beginning of the industrial revolution was the period of time that came after the agricultural revolution. During this time, food production was optimised and many workers migrated to cities where more jobs were required than in rural areas. Industrialisation had led to an increased number of factories, where the quickly growing population were able to provide a massive labour force. -
The first British settlement in Adventure Bay was the beginning of a great period of change for the Tasmanian Aboriginal people and the settlers. Many British people who came to Tasmania found a land where they were able to develop their own land, however, this came at a great cost for the Tasmanian Aboriginal people who had their land, culture and heritage stolen. After rising tensions, the eventuating battle was labelled the Black War, and resulted in many casualties. -
When the allied British forces defeated the Napoleonic forces in the decisive battle it led to major world change. British hegemony meant that the ideologies of Britain were extended throughout Europe and a significant amount of the world with no major competition. -
During the Age of Revolution, many political and ideological beliefs changed. It is noted as the time when many countries changed from absolutist monarchies to representative governments. -
Ned Kelly has been labelled as a hero and as a villain by people with different perspectives. The events that occurred at the Stringybark Creek shootout are some of the most defining evidence used by both sides. Whether Ned and his gang killed the police officers out of necessity or choice is heavily debated, as the accounts by the surviving officer and Kelly himself about what occurred directly contradict each other. -
The Boxer Rebellion was a rebellion by a number of the Chinese people who were dissatisfied with their country being exploited by foreign powers. Although the rebellion ended with a defeat, it was the beginning of a great change in China. -
The Battle of Beersheba was a battle that cemented the reputations of the Light Horse regiments as heroes for the allied forces in World War One. The decisive victory that occurred because of the soldiers and their Waler horses was a key battle that was significant for deciding the outcome of the war.