 |
| 03/09/1939 |
The Australian Prime Minister,
R.G. Menzies broadcasts that Australia is now at war with Germany. |
| 08/09/1939 |
Australia passes the National Security
act. Earl Page steps down as Australia's Country Party Leader,
to be replaced by Archie Cameron. |
| 15/09/1939 |
The Australian Government
announces the creation of a 20,000 strong defense force. |
| |
 |
| |
|
| |
 |
| 27/11/1939 |
Australia and Britain establish the
Empire Air Training Scheme. |
| 28/11/1939 |
The Australian Cabinet
agrees to the sending of Australian troops overseas. |
| |
 |
| |
|