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Edmund Barton, prime minister 1901-03

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This is a black-and-white photograph of Edmund Barton which introduces a range of online materials about his life and various roles as a politician, advocate for federation and High Court justice. The photograph was taken during his term as Australia's first prime minister. He is wearing a waistcoat and suit and is facing away from the camera.

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As Australia's first prime minister, Barton was determined to deliver a functioning democratic federation of Australia. His passion and resolve helped him rise to the challenge of leading a parliament that included six future prime ministers. After office, Barton continued to show leadership, becoming one of Australia's first High Court justices.
By clicking on 'Learning content for this record' or the About tab, the viewer is able to access a variety of archival material such as letters, parliamentary documents, photographs and links to National Archives of Australia websites such as 'Australia's Prime Ministers'.
This resource is particularly useful for the year 6 content description about the key events and figures that led to Federation and the year 9 elective depth study ‘Making a nation’.

Year level

5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12

Topics Active citizenship Constitutions Prime ministers Constitutional law Federation

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Studies of society and environment
History

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Name: National Archives of Australia
Organization: National Archives of Australia
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Address: AUSTRALIA
URL: http://www.naa.gov.au

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Name: National Archives of Australia
Organization: National Archives of Australia
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Address: AUSTRALIA
URL: http://www.naa.gov.au

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Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
Address: AUSTRALIA
URL: www.esa.edu.au

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