VH-KDK Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Flying from Kokoda to the village of Manari to pay our respects to the passing of a legend. 1. A beautiful sunrise at Kokoda strip. 2. After warming up the Caribou we lift off from Kokoda. 3. Starting a 180 turn to find the Kokoda Trail. 4. Picking up the beginning of the trail which came to fame in 1942 with the Australian forces engaged with the Japanese who had invaded from the north. 5. Gaining height to climb over the Owen Stanley Ranges. 6. A series of battles were fought along the Kokoda Track with both sides gaining and losing the advantage because of amongst other things supply problems. 7. Over Kagi, Launumu and Efogi scenes of some of the skirmishes in 1942. The Australians were helped by the locals who became known as the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels because of their frizzy hair. 8. Located Manari, our intended destination. The Angels helped carrying supplies in and casualties out. 9. Turning back and descending. They were revered for their bravery and selflessness. 10. The last known survivor was Faole Bokoi who lived at Manari village. 11. Almost there. Sadly Faole passed away last week aged 95. 12. We have flown in to pay tribute to Faole and his brave compatriots who played such a major part in halting the Japanese expansion to the south. 13. A link to the Kokoda Campaign can be found here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kokoda_Track_campaign 14. Here is a link to the sad news of Foale Bokoi's passing. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-03-07/fuzzy-wuzzy-angel-faole-bokoi-dies/7226102 Hope you find the post and links interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernd1151 Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Very interesting post and story to go with it. Thanks also for the links, Martyn. And when looking at your screenies one can understand why this livery is called "camouflage" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Harris Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 A wonderful tribute to a true legend and hero, we will always remember Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bermuda425 Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 7 minutes ago, bernd1151 said: why this livery is called "camouflage" Yes, barely visible. If it had a white-blue belly it would also be invisible from benath while flying. Divine sequence of captures from the flight along the Kokoda trail. I especially liked the descriptions as they are invigorating to the screenshots. Greetings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taph Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Fine tribute and some great shots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voyager Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I was touched with your narrative, Martyn! Great storytelling and excellent screenshots from there! Thanks mate! Voyager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 A bit of history with great shots! Sort of show and tell class! The best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Hall Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Thanks Martyn, Angels they were, I pay my respects to there courage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy1252 Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Hi Martyn, great shots but more importantly a fine reminder. Not a specific arena I am particularly well informed about, but I have become a fairly persistent student of (mainly 20th century) history over recent years and am constantly both appalled and moved to tears as I discover what an aberration and inspiration it can be to be human. I shall most definitely read that linked article. Thank you Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumbypickett Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Fantastic tribute KDK of the work done by these tremendous people. Legends they are. Super shots also. cheers Gumby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Harmes Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 A fantastic set of pictures and a wonderful tribute to a legend among legends. It is really sad to hear of Mr Bokoi's passing, and your tribute to him is touching. He and his compatriots were indeed brave and caring angels who came to the aid of our troops in their brave battle against the enemy and nature during WW2. We shall not forget. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Emms Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Grand set of shots. cheers Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Beautiful, Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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