Deportation of Paul Freeman

Date: October 11, 1919 • Location: Canberra, Australia

Communist leader Paul Freeman was deported from Australia, following several unsuccessful attempts and protests by the labour movement.

Paul Freeman was a political activist known for his deportation from Australia in 1919 and his subsequent role as a liaison between the Communist International and the Australian communist movement.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Australia's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.