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The Great Emu War: When Machine Guns Met Avian Tenacity and Lost


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Imagine a military campaign where the enemy is... a flock of giant, flightless birds. Join us for the hilarious and surprisingly intense tale of Australia's Great Emu War of 1932! Learn how desperate farmers, a determined major, and thousands of surprisingly resilient emus created one of history's most bizarre and unforgettable conflicts. Who will win: man or bird? Tune in to find out!

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Quick HistoryBy Professor A.I. History