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Australia's desperate scramble to attract immigrants after WWII

Australia faced a dramatic choice in the wake of World War II: find a way to grow its population or face potential annihilation. The war had clearly exposed the nation's vulnerability, as its population of only 7.5 million was spread out thinly across a vast land. As a result, the Australian government feared that without a significant population increase, Australia would never be able to defend itself or sustain its economy...

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    Australia's desperate scramble to attract immigrants after the devastation of WWII

    Australia's desperate scramble to attract immigrants after the devastation of WWII

    Australia faced a dramatic choice in the wake of World War II: find a way to grow its population or face potential annihilation. The war had clearly …

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