Britain – The Rambling Wombat

May 8, 2017May 8, 2017 TheRamblingWombat Sydney

Australia Proclaimed For Britain

On 26 January 1788 the First Fleet, a flotilla of eleven ships from Britain, anchored in Sydney Cove – named after Lord Sydney the British Home Secretary (now called Circular Quay). Captain Arthur Phillip, in charge, stepped ashore and, in a simple ceremony, hoisted the Union Flag (Jack), saluted it, and proclaimed the settlement of the colony of New South Wales for His Majesty King George III. The remainder of the continent was subsequently settled and claimed for Britain and today the 26th January, Australia Day, is a public holiday across Australia, marking the birthday of modern Australia. Continue reading “Australia Proclaimed For Britain” →

February 28, 2017March 1, 2017 TheRamblingWombat Mare

Yeiwene Yeiwene’s Grave

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En route to Ydejele Beach (separate review) I noticed a rather colourful grave set amongst palms and pines, with the turquoise waters of the South Pacific providing a beautiful backdrop. On the return trip to our cruise ship the bus slowed down sufficiently to afford me a better look and the chance to take a photograph. Continue reading “Yeiwene Yeiwene’s Grave” →

February 20, 2017February 20, 2017 TheRamblingWombat St Helena

Jamestown War Memorial and the RFA Darkdale

It is very easy to think of places like St Helena as idyllic little tropical backwaters of Empire where nothing much happens and all the people are jolly happy chappies. Indeed this often holds true but Her Majesty’s Government doesn’t pump millions into places like with no expectations of future return or sense of repayment for past favours. Continue reading “Jamestown War Memorial and the RFA Darkdale” →