| Accession Number | P02423.009 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white |
| Physical description | Black & white |
| Maker |
Hobson, Arthur Francis |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Imita Ridge, Papua, 1942-10. Two native carriers and a member of 2/4th Field Ambulance slowly ...
Description
Imita Ridge, Papua, 1942-10. Two native carriers and a member of 2/4th Field Ambulance slowly climb the so-called 'Golden Stairs' towards Ioribaiwa. Each step was battened at its edge by a rough log which was sometimes broken and often slippery with a coating of mud. In climbing the stairs, soldiers had to lift their leg over the log and put their foot down on the step behind in what was frequently a puddle of mud and water up to six inches deep. (Donor A. Hobson) (Compare image 026837)