Programme and Abstracts of the Symposium: Allied co-operation in Brisbane during WWII: Australia, USA, Netherlands, UK held in August 2025 at UQ

For outcomes of the symposium see: From Symposium to Strategy: Securing Brisbane’s Place as WWII Allied Capital

2025 marks 80 years since the end of World War II in the Pacific—a defining moment in global history and in Brisbane’s legacy as a key Allied command centre.

To commemorate this milestone, the Camp Columbia Heritage Association and the support over 20 national and international organisations, hosted a major international symposium and guided tour from 30–31 August.

Programme

Symposium Bios and Abstracts

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Historic background information:

80th anniversary of the end of WWII in the Pacific – Brisbane’s importance in WWII

Brisbane Timeline to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII in the Pacific

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