Ww2

Question 0

Why is the kakoda track significant to Australians?

Answer 0

The Kokoda track is also significant in a symbolic sense. When Australians remember the First World War they think of the landing at Gallipoli. When they think of the Second World War the word ‘Kokoda’ looms large. While neither of these events was necessarily the greatest of our contributions to the World Wars, both have captured the Australian imagination. Each year five thousand Australians take up the mentally and physically challenging task of walking the Kokoda track. All are forever changed by the experience.

Question 1

Where did the Japanese attack Australia?

Answer 1

Darwin - Northern Territory

February 1942