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Set against the backdrop of South Australia's 1864 colonization attempt in the Northern Territory, the narrative unfolds a gripping tale of greed and exploration intertwined with themes of survival and conflict. It highlights the struggles faced by colonizers, including murder and insubordination, as well as their remarkable seamanship and bushmanship. The story also delves into the challenges posed by government mismanagement and the resistance from Aboriginal communities, painting a vivid picture of this tumultuous historical period.
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Escape Cliffs, Derek Pugh
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- Escape Cliffs
- Subtitle
- The First Northern Territory Expedition 1864-66
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Derek Pugh
- Publisher
- Derek Pugh
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 242
- ISBN13
- 9780648142102
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of South Australia's 1864 colonization attempt in the Northern Territory, the narrative unfolds a gripping tale of greed and exploration intertwined with themes of survival and conflict. It highlights the struggles faced by colonizers, including murder and insubordination, as well as their remarkable seamanship and bushmanship. The story also delves into the challenges posed by government mismanagement and the resistance from Aboriginal communities, painting a vivid picture of this tumultuous historical period.