Hunting for the Liu Family Tree in Salamaua – PNG

November 3, 2009 · → No Comments - Make Comment

One of the highlights of my October 2009 trip to PNG while working with new client KK Kingston in Lae was the opportunity to go back to the birth place of my father, aunts & uncles – Salamaua .

A sentimental journey – OH YES – and a very special opportunity.

Taking a day off ( a rare event for all of us), The Kingstons took me out on Tsunami to Salamaua – 45 min by boat from Lae.

It was a special moment, setting foot on the sands on the land where my father’s family come from. It is the quiet, tropical island paradise in your mind’s eye.

I can’t imagine what it was like in the 1930’s and before Japanese occupation and the evacuation of the area in 1942.

We walked through the village, meeting the local Salamauan’s enjoying a relaxing Sunday, and we also visited the cemetery. It has been so interesting to read up on my family history – and find out more about PNG and my connection to the country and the people.

Thanks to Keith and Michael for this very special day.