In this Collector’s Edition, precious articles showcase the civil and military mobilisation in Australia. Original covers from the newspaper and different messages from the General De Gaulle will transport you to this dark period of the 20st century but also reveal the friendships and fraternity between the French and Australian community with the celebrations in Sydney after the liberation of Paris or the creation of the French Australian League of Help in 1945. You will also discover stories and images about the celebration of the victory against Japan in Australia and Australia’s response to Emperor Hirohito’s message.
Making this Collector’s Edition a reality was very important to us and it could not have been achieved without the support and involvement of many volunteers. Producing this book required combing through over 16,160 pages of archives, for the period from 1892 to 1945 alone! Covering so many important events in only 240 pages was not an easy feat. This book of course needs to be read as a collection of archives conveying how news was communicated to the French community in Australia, not simply as a historical account. This publication is part of the vision to protect the collective memory of our community and we have already started tackling the second volume with great enthusiasm: 1946 until today
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"Through both photos and the written word, this book allows us to delve back in time and examine the History of Australia. The front pages of the CA depict the happiest and best of times in Australia, such as the official opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932, but also some of the most painful moments of its past, like the battles of World War II." - Jean Baptiste Lemoyne / Secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères
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"I commend the first instalment Le Courrier Australien - Collector's Edition to Australian and French audiences and for those interested in significant historical events" - His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of history and culture with the second volume of the Courier Australian – Collector's Edition, covering the years 1944 to 2024.
Foreign language newspapers like the Courier Australian have long served as vital links between communities, fostering understanding and unity in Australia's multicultural landscape. Readers will embark on a journey through time, exploring crucial moments in the Australian-French relationship.
From the postwar era to the diplomatic complexities of the modern era, this collection of articles and photographs encapsulates the shared history and enduring friendship between the two nations. Drawn from the archives kept at the State Library of NSW, and brought to life by a dedicated editorial team, the second edition offers a treasure trove of knowledge for French and Frenchspeaking readers, Francophiles and history buffs alike. Explore the past 80 years and uncover the changing perspectives and ideologies that have shaped the world we live in today.
This collector’s edition not only preserves the legacy of FrancoAustralian relations, it is also a testament to the power of storytelling and the lasting impact of diverse voices coming together. Embark on a one-of-a-kind literary adventure where history comes to life and cultural bridges are built through the pages of the Courier Australian, Australia's oldest foreign-language newspaper still in operation.
First launched in Sydney in 1892, Le Courrier Australien is the longest running foreign-language newspaper in Australia.
Foreign language newspapers like Le Courrier Australien have long served as vital links between communities, fostering understanding and unity in Australia's multicultural landscape.
Readers will embark on a journey through time, exploring crucial moments in the Australian-French relationship. From the post-war era to the diplomatic complexities of the modern era, this collection of articles and photographs encapsulates the shared history and enduring friendship between the two nations.
Drawn from the archives and brought to life by a dedicated editorial team, the second edition offers a treasure trove of knowledge for French and French-speaking readers, Francophiles and history buffs alike. Dive into the annals of the last 80 years and witness the changing perspectives and ideologies that have shaped our world today.
This Collector's Editions not only preserves the legacy of Franco-Australian relations, it is also a testament to the power of storytelling and the lasting impact of diverse voices coming together.
Embark on an unparalleled literary odyssey, where history comes alive and cultural bridges are built through the pages of Le Courrier Australien, Australia's oldest working foreign newspaper.
Enjoy this unique opportunity to travel through time by reading historical document that are a testament to the strength and complexity of the relationship between France and Australia.
