Curator Jennifer Wilson shares the stories of some rarely-seen aviation objects, from plane parts to photos, to illustrate the realities and romanticism of the foundation-era of Australian aviation.

Joy flights, feats and disasters: A journey through 1920s and 1930s aviation in the National Historical Collection

The National Museum of Australia's audio series explores Australia's social history: Indigenous people, their cultures and histories, the nation's history since 1788, and the interaction of Australians with the land and environment. The series includes talks by curators, conservators, historians, environmental scientists and other specialists.

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Joy flights, feats and disasters: A journey through 1920s and 1930s aviation in the National Historical Collection

Joy flights, feats and disasters: A journey through 1920s and 1930s aviation in the National Historical Collection

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