Due to the territorial expansion, the National Day celebrations in 1929 were grander than usual, but they weren't grand enough to necessitate a military parade.
With Australasia's gradually increasing power, Arthur no longer needed to use parades to boost national pride and unity.
Moreover, military strength should be kept as confidential as possible, as the unknown are always the most feared.
After National Day, time quickly advanced to January 15th, 1929.
This was the date agreed upon by the nations to hold peace talks, and it was also the eagerly anticipated time for the partitioning of America.
Arthur also attached great importance to this negotiation, as, naturally, one would take as large a share as possible of the benefits.
The team Australasia sent to the negotiations was led by Deputy Prime Minister Darren Watson, accompanied by several Cabinet Ministers and key government officers.
They had set out in early December and had no problem reaching London by January 15th.
