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Ned Kelly’s Armour: deconstructed

Follow the intriguing process as Ned Kelly’s armour is dismantled, piece by piece.

16 Mar 2011 Duration: 1:17

Virginia Dahlenburg on 'Black Thursday, February 6th, 1851'

Learn about the painting that captures the drama of one of the worst bushfires in Victoria’s history.

11 Feb 2011 Duration: 29:18

Ned Kelly’s armour

Step inside the iconic suit of armour worn by Ned Kelly on the day he was arrested at Glenrowan.

26 Nov 2004 Duration: 6:01

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