Wartime attitudes towards the Europeans and Japanese during world War 2 by Papua new guineans. Discuss whether you agree with the attitude or not, giving reasons.
During World War 2, Papua New Guineans had varied attitudes towards the Europeans and Japanese. Some viewed the Europeans as allies, as they were fighting against the Japanese who had invaded their country. They saw the European allies as liberators who would help bring an end to the Japanese occupation and restore peace to their land. On the other hand, some Papua New Guineans harbored resentment towards the Europeans for their colonial rule and perceived mistreatment in the past.
As for the Japanese, they were seen as brutal invaders who brought destruction and suffering to the local population. The Japanese occupation was marked by forced labor, brutal treatment of civilians, and atrocities committed against the local people. Papua New Guineans viewed the Japanese with fear and anger, and many actively resisted their occupation through guerilla warfare and assisting the allies.
Personally, I agree with the attitude of Papua New Guineans towards the Europeans and Japanese during World War 2. The Japanese invasion of Papua New Guinea brought immense suffering to the local population, and their actions were unforgivable. The Europeans, while they may have had a history of colonial rule in Papua New Guinea, were ultimately allies in the fight against the Japanese invasion. It is understandable that Papua New Guineans would view the Europeans as liberators who would help them regain their freedom and independence. In this context, the attitudes of Papua New Guineans towards the Europeans and Japanese during World War 2 were justified and reflective of the realities of the time.