a deceptively simple ballad, a lasting emblem of hope
- Written by Leigh Carriage, Senior Lecturer in Music, Southern Cross University
1971 was a tumultuous year. The counter-cultural movement of the 60s was still being felt. Demonstrations were held opposing the Vietnam War and in August, Australia and New Zealand withdrew their troops.
Apollo 15 landed on the moon. Feminist Gloria Steinem made her first address to women in America. Switzerland held a referendum on women’s...
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