An ink drawing dating from around 1916 of a young boy holding a pamphlet that reads VOTE NO, walking into his seated mother's outstretched arms.

20 Feb

Melbourne History: Resisting Conscription in World War I

During the First World War, an unlikely coalition of Victorians united to oppose conscription for overseas military service. The ensuing struggle divided the nation and changed its course forever.

Discover this pivotal moment in Australian history in a talk by historian Alexandra Pierce.

This event is free. Bookings are essential.

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Thu 20 Feb	6:00pm - 7:00pm

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