| Date from | 21 December 1943 |
|---|---|
| Date to | 15 January 1944 |
| Category | Battle honours |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Sio
Description
This honour was awarded for participation in the advance from Fortification Point to Sio, on the north-east coast of the Huon Peninsula, New Guinea. The Japanese had used Sio as a major base, and with its capture the 9th Division completed its campaign in New Guinea.