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Japanese forces used it as a route to capture Port Moresby, and were repelled by Australian forces.
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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.
Where did you send Australian soldiers in the battle of kokoda?
In the battle of Kokoda, the Australians fought in harsh conditions along the Kokoda Track. They fought the Japanese at Eora Creek, TempletonÕs Crossing, Efogi, Mission Ridge and Ioribaiwa. By mid-September, the Japanese withdrew from the Kokoda Track, defeated and depleted of supplies.
What were the conditions of the kokoda track?
See website: Battle for New Guinea
In which war did the Battle of Kokoda occur?
The Kokoda Track campaign occurred during WW2 ~ see related link below .
What were the chain of events which lead up to the battle of the Kokoda Track?
Japanese forces attempted to capture Port Moresby by sea and were defeated in the Battle of the Coral Sea. The attempted a land approach down the Kokoda Track.
How did Australia win the battle against Japan in WW2 on the Kokoda Track?
Superior force.
What were the dates of Australia's involvement in the Kokoda track?
See the Related Link 'Battle For Australia' to the left for the answer.
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'.
When was the Kokoda Track battle won and the Japanese driven out of New Guinean towns of Buna and Gona?
1942-1943.
What impact did the conflict at kokoda have on the rest of the war in the pacific?
Kokoda track battle stands as a symbol of Austrailian participation in the Second World War. The direct effect of Kokoda track was that the Allies succeeded in preventing the Japanese from acheiving their goal of securing strategic points.
When did the Australian soldiers started walking kokoda?
The first battle of Kokoda occurred on July 23, 1942. The second battle began on August , 1942. The entire Kokoda Track campaign lasted from July 21st to November 16th.
When was the Kokoda Track used?
In 1942.
