Good idea, this important man should never have been forgotten, Bungaree is of great significance to history and should be honoured nationally. An extraordinary man in his time and crucial to history as are many indigenous peoples.
It’s a shame that Australian history is not taught to the same level as it once was. It was compulsory when I was at school, both in primary school and high school. We covered it all in the1970’s of course from the first fleet in 1788 onwards, we were also taught that the Dutch were the first Europeans to discover Australia, Western Australia’s Cape York peninsula to be specific in 1606.
I hope young people get a lot out of Ted Eagan’s book and songs. More Australian history is needed to be taught in schools for the younger generations to give them a sense of pride in their nation and belonging. Honouring the ancient culture, spirit and history of this great southern land too.
