Edmund Barton attends the ceremony to federate the Australian colonies into the Commonwealth of Australia, but is dismayed to learn that Frederick Froganbothom will be sworn in as the first Prime Minister instead of himself. During the ceremony, Barton gives a speech criticizing Froganbothom's leadership and arguing that Australia deserves a better leader. The crowd agrees with Barton and applauds his insights. Froganbothom then steps aside and declares that Barton should be the first Prime Minister instead. Barton is shocked but accepts the role, realizing his dream of leading the new nation.