Lisa McCune
Narrator
Australia After War (2023)
Series 1
From the Great War onwards, combining the stories of veterans and their families, with commentary from leading academics and experts. A thought-provoking exploration of one of the most important icons in Australian life.
Released Oct. 3, 2023
Episode 58 min
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S1E1 - Exit Wounds
Australia has a long history of sending men and women to war, but what is it like to come home after serving in Australia's wars? And what are the factors that determine the success or failure of that return?
Oct. 3, 2023, midnight
S1E2 - Homefront
When we think of return from war, we automatically think of how this event affects the men and women who have served our country; but return is felt as well by those closest to them in the home and in the community.
Oct. 10, 2023, midnight
S1E3 - Fit For Heroes
Since word of Australian valour at Gallipoli, a powerful cohort emerged in society - the Returned soldier. Through protest, policy, and advocacy, their impact on Australia's political and cultural landscape has been immense.
Oct. 17, 2023, midnight
S1E4 - Lest We Forget
How do we best commemorate the returned? For many the answer is ANZAC Day; but Australia's national day of remembrance is complicated and problematic for many including the returned themselves.
Oct. 24, 2023, midnight
Network: ABC TV
Episode Runtime: 58 min.
Season Runtime: 234 min.
Released: Oct. 3, 2023
Last Air Date: Oct. 24, 2023, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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