Alistair Paterson

In this engaging discussion, Professor Alistair Paterson, a historical archaeology expert from the University of Western Australia, joins to unpack the dramatic first encounters between Europeans and Indigenous Australians in 1606. They delve into the unexpected Dutch landing at Cape York, highlighting the cultural misunderstandings and conflicts that arose. Paterson also connects these early events to the broader consequences of European colonization and the significant archaeological implications for Indigenous histories, shedding light on a pivotal moment in Australia's narrative.