To defend its territory in Papua New Guinea against a Japanese attack.
Countries involved in the Kokoda Track were Australia and Japan.
Australia had no allies helping her during the Kokoda Campaign. Britain deserted us, New Zealand, sent only a few men, and America was ignoring our cries for help.
While indirectly involved in the actual fighting, women played a role in the Kokoda Track Campaign. They served as nurses and assisted in other ways. Wives and relatives of the soldiers at home were effected worrying about their husbands, brothers, and fathers. The campaign, an Allied victory, was incredibly difficult on all involved because of the weather, terrain, and Japanese opponents.
Australia - Commanders Ralph Honner Selwyn Porter Arnold Potts Arthur "Tubby" Allen George Vasey Philip Rhoden Japan - Commanders Yosuke Yokoyama Tomitaro Horii
The Japanese wanted to take Port Moresby to make invading Australia easier and the Australians had to keep Port Moresby.
Most people refer to it as the New Guinea Campaign.
'The Kokoda campaign ended in January 1943.' Umm WRONG!!.. It was 1st of November 1942..
Japan.
1st November 1942
the kokoda battle/campaign lasted just over 9 months in 1942 - 1943
The Kokoda Track campaign occurred during WW2 ~ see related link below .
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