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Jayne Persian
Associate Professor in History at the University of Southern Queensland, author of books exploring post-war displaced persons in Australia.
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Feb 3, 2025
• 51min
Why Australian politicians welcomed fascists after the Second World War
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In this enlightening discussion, historian Jayne Persian shares her extensive research on Australia’s controversial acceptance of fascist immigrants after World War II. Alongside military history author Anthony Cooper, they unravel how political parties prioritized cheap, white labor amid the complexities of displaced persons. They examine the narratives of Baltic refugees, the challenges of identity in a new land, and the legacy of these historical decisions on contemporary Australian society. Join them as they confront a seldom-discussed facet of post-war migration.
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