Historical information
This baton was carved by a native at ower corner.The Kokoda track in Papua/New Guinea was the scene of fierce fighting during WWII.
Australian troops halted the Japanese advance,turning defeat into victory.
Significance
Mr Vic Geisler was a member of 39 battalion AIF during 1942.This baton was carved for him.
Physical description
A piece of timber carved as a baton.
The handle has the name of Sgt.V.J.Geisler carved into it,and a hash type pattern around it
Inscriptions & markings
Sgt.V.J.Geisler
