Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels Day – 3rd November

The Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels (FWA) Day program for 2010 is about to be released and the series of events will ensure a great day for communities and trekkers alike.

Features for the day will include a Sports Program, presentation of FWA medallions, cultural programs, children’s programs and FWA races with groups undertaking a series of tasks to symbolize the activities of the FWAs in 1942.

Today I was did a search on Google and found the following blog written by Major Charlie Lynn. In this article, I agree with his comments. If you wish to read the blog, please CLICK HERE

Why 3 November?

The Kokoda campaign began with a full scale attack on the Australian 39th Militia Battalion on 29 July 1942. The campaign lasted three months as the Australians were pushed back to last line of defence on Imita Ridge. The Australians rallied at this point and pushed the Japanese back across the track. Kokoda was recaptured on 2nd November 1942 and the Australian flag was raised at a service the following day.

The flag raising ceremony symbolised the turning of the tide in the Pacific War. It also symbolises the service and sacrifice made by Carriers in all campaigns throughout PNG.

This victory would not have been possible without the vital support of the PNG Carriers across the track. In addition to their contribution to the war effort hundreds of Australian soldiers owe their lives to the selfless sacrifice of the Carriers who guided and carried them to safety over inhospitable jungle terrain in the most adverse of circumstances.