Australian War Memorial uncovering service of Indigenous women in World War II

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Ms Cubillo, a Larrakia woman, had been researching and uncovering the stories of Indigenous military service at the Australian War Memorial (AWM).

What she learned about the woman known as Corporal Dolly has become one of many little-known stories of Indigenous women's contributions in the efforts to protect Australia.

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He said the AWM's list of Indigenous women in the military included members of the Australian Women's Land Army and those who stepped into all kinds of roles, including those traditionally reserved for men.

Corporal Dolly left her Larrakia ancestors' lands to serve as the leader of the Aboriginal Women's Hygiene Unit at the 69th Australian Women's Army Service Barracks in Adelaide River during World War II.

After her military service, Corporal Dolly went on to fight for the land rights of the Larrakia people, gaving evidence to the Lands Rights Commission shortly before she died in 1973.

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Ms Cubillo said Corporal Dolly's story initially resonated with her as they were both Larrakia women.

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The current list of Indigenous women recognised for their service can be found on the AWM website