Kokoda Flashcards

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When were the Darwin bombings?

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1942

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Japanese military achievements

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Invaded Indo China, Malaya and Thailand
Took 1500 prisoners
Darwin bombings

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How many people were killed in the Darwin bombings?

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250

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Who did Australia turn to?

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USA

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Who was in charge of all operations in the Asia pacific?

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General McArthur

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Outcome of the battle of the coral sea

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America stopped Japan from reaching port moresby

Japanese navy landed North of Papua New Guinea- Kokoda track

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Conditions

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Rain
Dark
Misty 
Slippery mud
Steep mountains 
Couldn't see ongoing attacks 
Had no proper equipment
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Blaimey

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Self serving
Egotistical
No respect for soldiers
Ruthless and merciless

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What fraction of air dropped supplies reached the soldiers?

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1/3

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Battle of isurva

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Japanese surround Australian troops
3 prolonged attacks
Australian commander killed instantly
Most decorated medals awarded

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General McArthurs command

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Give no further ground

Keep attacking

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Brigadier Potts response to McArthur

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Ordered a fighting retreat

In attempt to lesson casualties

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Outcome

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Japanese claimed port Moresby

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13
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How many killed?

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600

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14
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How many wounded?

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1700

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15
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When and where did the Japanese invasion force land?

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1942- Gona on the North Coast of Papua New Guinea

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When and where did Australia withdraw?

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Isurva- 1942

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Where was the Japanese’s second attempt to land in Papua ?

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Milne Bay

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How many died in the battle of the coral sea?

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200