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Part of the five-part Great Cultures series, which documents different ancient cultures around the world, this video on the Aborigines focuses on what makes up the aboriginal culture. Subtitled Triumph of the Nomads, this documentary enters the world of the Aborigine peoples, finding out more about their history, their way of life, and how they have survived for centuries without modern conveniences and luxuries. Learn about the early days of the people to the present cultural status of the aborigines, with background on their traditions, art, and social structure. A graphic dramatization of an aboriginal battle is depicted, while giving the viewer an in-depth look at how the survival skills of this ancient culture have not changed much with the times.