Everything about Ken Colbung totally explained
Ken Colbung,
AM,
MBE (born
2 September 1931), also known by his indigenous name
Nundjan Djiridjarkan, is an
indigenous Australian leader.
Born on the
Moore River Native Settlement on
2 September 1931, Colbung joined the
Australian Army in 1950, and saw active service in
Korea and
Japan. Since being discharged in
1965, he's been heavily involved in indigenous Australian
politics. He has held many senior positions in indigenous affairs, especially
Noongar affairs. For services to the indigenous Australian community, he was awarded an
MBE and an
AM.
Ken Colbung is perhaps best known for his work in the repatriation of
Yagan's head. Colbung arranged for the head to be traced, and was instrumental in political lobbying for its return to Australia.
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