| Place | Oceania: New Guinea1, Wewak Madang Area, Hansa Bay |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART26865 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | sheet: 31.4 x 44.4 cm; image: 31 x 44.4 cm |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | pen and wash on paper |
| Maker |
Rafty, Tony |
| Place made | New Guinea1: Wewak Madang Area, Hansa Bay |
| Date made | 1944-49 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: AWM Licensed copyright |
The patrol rests - Australian troops on track approaching Hansa Bay
Description
Australian troops push Japanese from Madang to Hansa Bay along the coast track. 'Hit and run' tactics of the enemy were employed over this 100 mile push. The drawing shows the patrol resting on the track approaching Hansa Bay.