And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda the younger generation becomes apathetic to the veterans and their cause. At its conclusion, the song incorporates the melody and a few lines of lyrics of the 1895 song "Waltzing Matilda" by Australian poet Banjo Paterson. Many cover versions of the song have been performed and recorded, as well as many versions in foreign languages. The song is an account of the memories of an old Australian man who, as a youngster had travelled across rural Australia with a swag (the so-called Matilda of the title) and tent. In 1915 he had joined the Australian armed forces and been sent
Waltzing Matilda (film) engagement and Chic sets off alone as a swagman, accompanied by a chorus of 'Waltzing Matilda'. Pat Hanna held a competition for the name of the film. A prize of ₤10 was shared amongst the 20 people who suggested "Waltzing Matilda". The character of Chic William was well established on stage and in Pat Hanna's previous movies but changed for this film- he is poor, drinking heavily and drifting from job to job. The movie was shot at Efftee Studios in Melbourne in mid 1933. The romantic male lead, Norman French, was a casting director for Efftee and Hanna. The