No False Expectations
Like we mentioned previously, they have conducted archaeological digs in an attempt to identify the corpses. Freeman said, “We don’t want to create any false expectations for the relatives, but I would like to see the bodies repatriated to Australia. The Japanese are undecided whether to bring their dead home or build a memorial at Eora Creek.”
No False Expectations
Incredible Piece Of History
Freeman further elaborated about the incredible experience by saying, “I feel privileged to have been trusted by the villagers at Alola, because the site of the battle mystified so many people for so long. There are a lot of Australians who would like to visit the battlefield, but I think it will be at least another four years before all the remains have been identified.” He continued, “I’ve written a book about my experiences: The Lost Battlefield of Kokoda is only available in Australia at present but writing it was a cathartic experience in the circumstances. I think it’s incredible that such an important battlefield was forgotten but equally amazing how it was found again.”
Incredible Piece Of History
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We already know that the villagers helped Freeman find the site and the bodies. Several of the locals were happy for him, though he also suffered some criticism. While his local friends and supporters were happy he discovered the secret so that he could now work on restoring the site and repatriating the remains of the men, the other villagers still believed the site was the haunting grounds of the dead soldiers!
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