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  A6M2 Model 21 Zero   
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Phil Bradley 2003

Wartime History
Crashed near Alola, near Isurava.

Wreckage
Known to trekers on the Kokoda trail, it was reported to be a crash site, with the hinomaru still visible. In October 2003, the site was investigaged by the Japanese Minister of Health & Welfare. To date, no firm identity of this Zero has ever been presented. The Japanese Ministry of Health & Welfare visit the crash in 2003, but caused a landowner dispute, that made the wreck off limits. A piece of its propeler is displayed at Isurava. According to locals who witnessed the crash, the Zero was shot down by Australian gunners.

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April 29, 2009

 

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