Australians Vote to Retain the British Monarchy (1999)
#OnThisDay  in 1999, Australians made a choice about their future, voting to keep the British monarch as their head of state. The referendum to become a republic fell short, sparking debates on national identity and the legacy of colonial ties. Australia remained tied to the crown—for now. #OTD  #Australia  #RepublicReferendum
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