Episode number 10 of Series “Modern social studies”.
Our reliance on manufactured goods is contrasted with First Nations peoples’ abilities to use natural materials around them, which gives rise to a marked respect for their adaptability and sensitivity to the environment. Taken during an expedition by Sydney University to Arnhem Land in 1952.
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ACMI Identifier
306471
Language
English
Subject categories
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Food
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Hunting
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Northern Territory
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Social life and customs
Aboriginal Australia → Arnhem Land (N.T.)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Arnhem Land (N.T.)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Natural history
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)