Records

Each record focuses on a single item from the National Archives' collection. Some records contain extra information to help you interpret them.

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  Russians Vladimir and Evdokia Petrov after their defection to Australia

  This black-and-white photograph was taken at the safe house in which the Petrovs were held following their defection to Australia.

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  Settlement of US servicemen in Australia after the Second World War

  Extract from a newspaper article regarding post-war settlement of US servicemen.

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  Summary of migration policy after relaxation of White Australia policy

  Notes regarding the migration policy in Australia.

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  Summary of rules generally applying to entry of non-Europeans

  Summary of rules generally applying to entry of non-Europeans.

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  The Prince of Wales' visit to India – letter to King George V

  This is a letter written to King George V from the East Indian community of Australia, regarding a visit to India by the Prince of Wales in 1921.