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Entire wool clip from Australia bound for Britain 1939
The whole of the wool clip of Australia, destined for Britain in the first few months of World War Two. As well as wool, Australian Prime Minister, Mr Menzies pledged to supply Britain with its surplus of butter, eggs, meat and tinned fruits. Date: 1939
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Media ID 20160285
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
Allied Allies Australian Clip Dominion Dominions Export Exports Menzies Sheep Supplies Supply Surplus Wool
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This evocative photograph captures the immense scale of Australia's contribution to the Allied war effort during the early months of World War Two. The entire wool clip of Australia, bound for Britain, is seen here stacked high on the dockside, ready for loading onto ships. At a time when the world was plunged into conflict, Australia, as a Dominion of the British Commonwealth, pledged its unwavering support to its Ally. Prime Minister Robert Menzies made a public commitment to supply Britain not only with wool but also with surplus quantities of butter, eggs, meat, and tinned fruits. This act of solidarity was a testament to the deep-rooted historical ties between the two nations and Australia's determination to help sustain the British war effort. The wool clip, a symbol of Australia's agricultural wealth, was a crucial resource for the production of uniforms, blankets, and other essential war supplies. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the vital role that Australia played in the global struggle for freedom and democracy during World War Two.
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