Colonization of Australia Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
When was Australia colonized?
A
Britain colonised Australia at the end of the 18th century.
2
Q
When/where did they arrive
A
The First Fleet anchored in Sydney Cove in January 1788.
3
Q
Why?
A
Overpopulation in Britain due to the Industrial revolution, The government desperately needed a solution to deal with a large number of convicts.
4
Q
Why did they want to control Australia
A
Britain was not the only country that had their sights on Australia.
Britain decided to take Australia as their own territory in order to beat the other colonial powers to it.
