Billy Hughes at War

Old Parliament House About The House Visiting Exhibitions What’s On Education Billy Hughes at War The Exhibition About Billy Hughes Conscription The Peace Treaty Discover one of Australia’s most extraordinary characters in the Old Parliament House travelling exhibition Billy Hughes at War. Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, 25 February 2008 until 25 May 2008 Old Parliament House, Canberra, June 2008 Enter the exhibition Billy Hughes led Australia as prime minister through some of the hardest years of the First World War. His actions and decisions give a personal insight into some of the key issues of the war. You can explore the activities and resources on this website to learn about Prime Minister Billy Hughes, the conscription debate and Australia’s involvement in the peace negotiations. About Billy Hughes Billy Hughes was a complex and complicated character. As Australia’s prime minister for most of the First World War, ...