2007-03-13 20:41:10 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
Australia was still a part of Great Britain then and since GB was in the war, all their territories were too since they all belonged to the crown.
2007-03-13 20:44:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because all Australians were British Citizens. It was a colony and we were part of the Commonwealth. It was not until recently that Australians ceased to be British citizens. We are no longer a colony, but remain part of the the commonwealth with the Queen as head of state. We remain allies with Britain, and if another war were to take place in which Britain was involved I am sure you would find both Australian and New Zealand soldiers there along side the British.
2007-03-13 20:51:31 · answer #2 · answered by Dr Paul D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think, one of the reasons, they entered World War II since Australia had been a member of the Commonwealth, therefore, when the UK decided to fight against the foe headed by Fascist Germany, she could not deny her loyalty and such military support was of course appreciated by her sister superpower, the Allied Forces and the world.
2007-03-13 20:51:09 · answer #3 · answered by Arigato ne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It was called "conscription". Australian citizens were still a part of the British realm and were therefore "drafted" into service. Two outstanding motion pictures have captured the service of these men. GALLIPOLI and THE LIGHTHORSEMEN. Both are worthy viewing.
2007-03-14 01:35:10 · answer #4 · answered by goaltender 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Part of the British empire.
2007-03-13 20:44:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
emotional loyalty to Great Britain
2007-03-13 20:44:33 · answer #6 · answered by dickdamick 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋