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    Koki (2 Mile) National Capital District (NCD) Papua New Guinea (PNG)
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Thomas Fisher July 1942

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Halmarick Dec 29, 1943

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Justin Taylan 2004
Location
Lat 9° 28' 60S Long 147° 10' 0E  Koki is located at an elevation of 26' / 7m above sea level on an outcropping on the southern coast of New Guinea. Also known as 2 Mile or 2 Mile Hill. Borders Walter Bay to the south. Beyond to the southeast is Scone Island, Local Island (Manubada), Scone Island and Nateara Reef. To the east is Badili. To the west is Ela Beach, Port Moresby (Town) and Paga Hill.

Prewar
An Anglican mission was established at Koki.

Wartime History
During the Pacific War, Koki was used as a temporary military hospital until late 1943. Known as 2 Mile.

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July 14, 2021

 

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