Symbols and self determination : a study in black and white. 1984.

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Symbols and self determination : a study in black and white. 1984.

Analyses the symbolism of history, selfdetermination and identity as products of political manipulation; Discusses early settlement of Victoria, evolution of mission system, development of Aboriginal political action, including Cummeragunga walkout; briefly refers to Aborigines Advancement League (Victoria), FCAATSI; Criticises Whitlam government policies; also criticises Bryant and Holding.

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Victorian Aborigines Advancement League

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Holding, Clyde

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Black, Cyrill Francis.

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Bryant, Gordon, 1914-1991

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Whitlam, Gough, 1916-

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Federal council for the advancement of aborigines and Torres Strait islanders

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