Author(s): ALBERT TRISH

Art

Today all Australians have equal rights by law, but this was not always the case. For Aboriginal soldiers returning from active service in the Second World War, the inequalities were made especially stark. Why didn't they have a voice in society? Despite generations of unfair treatment, Indigenous people have made significant contributions to Australian society and identity. Discover the experiences of one Aboriginal soldier, Eddie Albert, and how laws and attitudes impacted on his life. First Australians: Plenty Stories is a collaboration between the National Museum of Australia and Rigby to provide primary classrooms with a comprehensive resource to successfully implement Australian Indigenous studies. The series draws on a diverse range of sources to tell the stories of significant issues that have faced and are still facing Australian Indigenous peoples. Clearly structured texts include appropriate content and vocabulary support to engage students and maximise learning .