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Many people began to move away from the churches, religion, and tradition. Instead of this may people began to favour science and logic over what they may have previously believed.
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A seven year conflict between France and Great Britan
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The industrial revolution began in Britan, causing many of the previously handmade items to become a part of industries and mass produced. -
Captain cook set sail on his first of many voyages, eventually leading the the voyage in which he found Australia, changing the modern world forever. -
The American revolution began, waging a 6 year long war, eventually ending in the independence of America. -
The declaration of independence was signed, severing Americas connections to Britan. -
After sailing for around 8 months, the first fleet of convicts arrived in Botany bay, Australia founding the basis of the country we have today. -
After another long 8 months of being on a boat the second fleet of convicts finally arrived in Australia. -
Mathew Flinders navigated Australia, contributing to much of the essential knowledge required to travel around the country. -
South Australia was made into a colony the help establish a planned settlement, different to most of the other states at the time. Britan hoped that this would help with strategic expansion and economic opportunities. -
The industrial revolution came to an end, leaving us to slowly move away from steam power, and use more and more electricity. -
The eureka stockade rebellion happened, known more commonly as the gold rush. During this period a large amount of people travelled to Australia, in the hopes of gaining wealth and money from the newly discovered gold deposits.
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Starting in 1861 one of the largest wars in north America was waged, lasting around 4 years. The American civil war was sparked over the moral and political issue of slavery. This eventually led to the end of slavery and strengthening the power and influence of the American society.
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In 1817 Thomas Edison created the one of the first lightbulbs, revolutionizing the way we use technology and electricity today. Additionally he managed to kill an elephant throughout the making of the lightbulb. -
Coca cola was created in the United States by Dr. John S. Pemberton. -
After 2 years 2 months and 5 days, the Eiffel tower was finally completed on the 31st of march 1889. -
The federation of Australia was first established, uniting the nations and allowing for better military and defence options. -
Women in Australia were given proper rights, one of the main ones being the right to vote. -