Australians At War Flashcards
Why did Australia fight in WW2?
Because they were British Allies
At one point in 1942, what was the percentage of all Australians in the army?
6% of all Australians
What other reasons did Australians fight in WW2?
Unemployment (after the Great Depression), Britishness, adventure, employment, Japanese threat, British protection and the fall of France
What does RAF stand for?
Royal Australian Force
What does ‘blitzkrieg’ refer to?
lightning war to describe Germany’s skilful tactics
How many Australian fighter pilots took part in the battle of Britain?
35
What resources are crucial in desert warfare?
water, ammunition and oil
Where was the location of the British naval base (1942)?
Singapore
What does POW stand for?
Prisoners of war
When did Singapore surrender?
15th February 1942
When did the attack on Sydney harbour occur?
The night of May 31st and June 1942
What was the outcome of the Sydney Harbour attack?
The Japanese only managed to sink HMAS Kuttabul, killing 21 people. All 3 submarines were destroyed
What were the Japanese objectives in New Guinea?
To capture the capital, Port Moresby. This secures the Japanese position in the region, providing the perfect launch pad for bombing raids against allied bases in northern Australia and disrupt supply lines.
What was the name of this campaign?
Kokoda Campaign
TRUE OR FALSE: From October 1942, the Australians began to slowly push the Japanese invaders back along the track
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE: The New Guinea campaign put an end to Japanese advances in Asia Pacific
TRUE
How many Australians became (POWs) between 1940 and 1945?
30, 000