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The Great Emu War: Australia's Unbelievable War on Birds!
In 1932, the Australian government declared war on emus - yes, you heard that right, birds! This bizarre conflict, known as the Great Emu War, was fought in the Western Australian outback and lasted for several weeks. In this video, we explore the origins of the war, the strategies used by the Australian military, and the unexpected outcome that left the emus victorious. Join us for a fascinating journey into one of the weirdest chapters in Australia's history!
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Social Media page of the week: https://www.reddit.com/r/BreadStapledToTrees#podcast #GreatEmuWar #comedy #TimothyDexter
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By I Saw That On The InternetIn 1932, the Australian government declared war on emus - yes, you heard that right, birds! This bizarre conflict, known as the Great Emu War, was fought in the Western Australian outback and lasted for several weeks. In this video, we explore the origins of the war, the strategies used by the Australian military, and the unexpected outcome that left the emus victorious. Join us for a fascinating journey into one of the weirdest chapters in Australia's history!
Picture Sources:
Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pharomachrus_mocinno_Monteverde_01.jpg
Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bed_warmer_(AM_1965.78.84-4).jpg
Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Jameh_Mosque_of_Isfahan_-_Minaret_02.jpg
Social Media page of the week: https://www.reddit.com/r/BreadStapledToTrees#podcast #GreatEmuWar #comedy #TimothyDexter