The Great Emu War: When Australia Sent the Army After Birds

How machine guns, desperate farmers and 20,000 emus led to one of history's strangest battles. The birds won.

Discover the bizarre and fascinating story of the Great Emu War, a unique episode in Australian history where the military was deployed to curb a burgeoning emu population. This briefing uncovers how a flock of flightless birds outsmarted soldiers, leading to an unexpected and humorous clash between humans and wildlife. Listen to learn why this quirky event remains a remarkable example of nature’s resilience and the limits of military might, reminding us to see the world through a curious, open-minded lens.