Australian Events

Posted in 1953

  • Australian stamp commemorating the coronation of Queen Elizabeth IIAustralia celebrates as the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II takes place in London on 2 June.
  • War in Korea ends in July when a truce is signed by the UN and the leader of the Communist delegation. Australian casualties during the 3 years of fighting were: 258 killed in action, 977 wounded and four missing, believed killed.
  • Contraceptive pill is introduced.
  • British nuclear tests begin in Australia and last until 1957.
  • The 100,000th Holden car is manufactured.
  • Teenager Ken Rosewall wins both the Australian and French tennis championships and Lew Hoad is the youngest Australian to play Davis Cup tennis.Ken Rosewall (left) and Lew Hoad