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Australian Army Museum of Western Australia > Records

Diorama - World War 2, Markham and Ramu Valley, Papua New Guinea, 1943

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1:1 scale diorama showing soldier of Australian soldier of the 7th Division at the time of the advance into the Markham and Ramu Valleys, September 1943.. This diorama is the introductory feature in the World War 2 Gallery - New Guinea and Islands area. A private soldier is shown in mixture of green and khaki uniforms, US style long leggings, long trousers with Thompson and Owen guns.

Historical information

The diorama shows the gradual introduction of green uniform elements and recognition of passive anti malaria measures (long sleeve and long pants)

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cwa-org-32-53-015

Geotag

-5.3448427030689, 145.07953587788

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Distinguished Conduct Medal - WX14757 Corporal Merv Hall, 2/16 Battalion (83.92km away)

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Ramu Valley - Finisterre's Operations

Corporal Merv Hall

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