Things you should know about January 26

Much more has happened on this date beyond Arthur Phillip claiming Aboriginal land under the British Empire. As January 26 approaches, we reflect some of the important historical moments.

Members of the public hold flags at an Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony Source: AAP Image Mick Tsikas

1. You should know that... The First Fleet didn't actually land in Australia on the 26th of January

2. You should know that... The first sanctioned marriage between an Aboriginal person and a convict, Robert & Maria Lock, occurred on the 26th January 1824

3. You should know that... A significant Aboriginal protest in 1938 rallied against Australia Day and was called the 'Day of Mourning'