I don't even have to be an Aussie to understand Oz's strategiac importance during WWII...my daddy was in the Pacific theatre during that conflict, & while as far as I know never heard a shot fired in anger, he did bring back currency as souveniers from all around the Rim...I think I still have a sixpence with Geo VI on the face....

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