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The contribution of Dutch exploration to Australia’s history

Join the Royal Australian Historical Society, Keynote Speaker Dr Edward Duyker OAM, FAHA, and a program of guest speakers for an all day seminar focusing on the contribution of Dutch exploration to Australia’s history. The day’s program will include the following guest speakers:

  • Paul Brunton OAM, FAHA – The Tasman Map and its Significance
  • Linda Emery – Dutch involvement in Australia during WWII
  • Dr Karen Entwistle – History and Operations of the VOC in Indonesia (the former Netherlands East Indies)
  • Professor Adrian Vickers – Indonesian Pearl Divers

The RAHS is very pleased to welcome Consul-General Mr Willem Cosijn, of the Consulate-General of the Netherlands, Sydney, to this event.

When: Saturday 1 October 2016, 10:00am-4:30pm
Where: History House, 133 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Cost: RAHS Members $35, Non-Members $40 (includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea)
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