posted on 2023-03-23, 01:57authored byAnne Dickson Waiko, Elizabeth Taulehebo, Keimelo Gima
Mr Robert Mamaga tells the story of his father Mr Masewa Ubwaubwa who was recruited by the Papuan Infantry Battalion and his uncle Mr Ebenesi Nuwauya was recruited as a carrier for the Australians.
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