Thesis presented through the History Department to the University of Papua and New Guinea for examination for the degree of Master of Arts, by Peter Henry Cahill, BA (Qld.) on 1 December 1972.

PART I - 1885/1921 Introduction, The German Period, The Australian Military Administration.

PART II - 1914/1942 Immigration, The Chinese Community, The Search for Identity, Education, Preparations for War

PART III – 1942-1945 Invasion and Occupation

PART IV – 1945-1960 After the War, Education, Post-War Immigration, Segregation and Separation, A Question of Loyalty, Citizenship, Welcome Citizens?, Conclusion.

See Finding aids for details.