2012 Famous Battles in Australian History - Kokoda 1oz Silver Proof Coin

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Description

The Kokoda Track or Trail campaign was part of the Pacific War during the Second World War. The campaign was a series of fierce engagements fought between Japanese and Allied forces from July to November 1942.
The Allied contingent consisted primarily of Australians who defended waht was then the Australian Territory of Papua. A remarkable feature of this conflict was the part played by Papua New Guineans, who evacuated the wounded on foot, bearing the heavy stretchers to medical aid.

The Papauns became known as the ‘fuzzy wuzzy angels’ for their dedication and bravery.

The story of Kokoda remains deeply significant with walks and tours to honour this legacy becoming part of an Australian tradition.