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Australia fought on which trail in Papua New Guinea?
The Kokoda Trail.
Which countries were involved in the kokoda trail campaign?
Countries involved in the Kokoda Track were Australia and Japan.
Why did they call it the kokoda trail?
The Kokoda Trail or Kokoda Track gets its name from the village of Kokoda, which is at one end of the trail. Owens Corner is the town at the other end.
What are facts about the kokoda trail?
The Kokoda Trail was the sight of the most significant battle fought by Australians in World War II, against Japanese invaders. Over 625 Australians were killed and 1000 wounded. The Kokoda Trail is a narrow track over the rugged mountains of Papua New Guinea.
When did the kokoda trail start?
1931
Where does the Kokoda Track start and finish?
The two ends of the Kokoda Trail are at Kokoda and Owers Corner sixty miles apart.
How did kokoda track get its name?
The Kokoda Track is a road in Papua New Guinea, famous for being the site of a World War II battle. There is much debate over whether it should be called the Kokoda Track or Kokoda Trail; however, in 1972, it officially became the Kokoda Trail.
How long does it take to trek the Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea?
To hike the Kokoda trail, it takes about 9 days at a good pace. For more informant about the trail go to: kokodatrail.com
Where can you find information about the Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea including details of the battle and living conditions?
See the Web Links to the left for information on Kokoda conditions. On the one titled 'Kokoda Trail I,' don't miss a second link they have to 'Kokoda Track II'.
What was the importance of the kokoda trail campaign?
The Japanese wanted to take Port Moresby to make invading Australia easier and the Australians had to keep Port Moresby.
How many kilometres long is the Kokoda trail?
96km
Why did the Japanese want to take control of the Kokoda trail?
The Japanese wanted to take control of the Kokoda Trail so that they could control Port Moresby, on the southern coast of Papua New Guinea. the Kokoda Trail was the only way to get across the Owen Stanley Range, which separated the Japanese nases in the north from Port Moresby. Once they controlled Port Moresby, they would be in a position to cut off Australia from US help. There was some concern that they would then launch invasion forces into Australia, thereby completing their control of a huge area of the Pacific.
