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Film History Popular Culture The Kelly Gang

The Armour

The Kelly armour is one of the most famous, and popular, symbols in Australian culture. It has helped to elevate Ned Kelly from being a mere bushranger to being a symbol of rebellion. But, how did it come to be and how have these four steel suits become such important historical relics? This article will give you all you need to know.

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The Author Speaks

Superintendent Hare’s Report (24 July 1880)

Account by Superintendent Hare of his re-assignment to the Kelly pursuit, the lead up to the siege and his involvement in the opening stage of the battle.

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First Hand Accounts Glenrowan History

Statement of Mr. Curnow (28 July 1880)

Thomas Curnow recounts his experience at Glenrowan as a prisoner of the Kelly Gang.

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History Sub-Inspector O'Connor and the Queensland native police The Police

O’Connor at the Reward Inquiry (6 April 1881)

Sub-inspector O’Connor’s evidence, given to the Police Commission in Melbourne, in reference to the Kelly gang, and the fight at Glenrowan.

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Crime and Punishment History The Kelly Gang The Police

The Kelly Gang and the Police (2 July 1880)

Two letters to the editor criticising the police actions at Glenrowan.

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Aaron Sherritt Edward (Ned) Kelly History Joseph (Joe) Byrne Sergeant Steele The Cave Party The Kelly Gang

Sherritt and the Kelly Gang

A news report covering Ned Kelly’s transfer to Beechworth and Aaron Sherritt’s relationship with the Kellys and police that led to his murder.