Under the expert guidance of C P Mountford, anthropology was studied. Geography and navigation skills were taught to the students; they found their way using a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) map issued in 1944. Mr “Ossie” Andrews of Curtain Springs Station and Aboriginal elders provided local knowledge.
The radio group sent and received telegrams, were in contact with the Flying Doctor Service in Alice Springs, the Department of Public information, and press and radio. Diarists and photographers documented the expedition for posterity.
The Heritage Centre holds many photographs and specimens in the Collection, as well as the recollections and diaries of the boys and masters who attended this expedition.
Leave your mark and continue the legacy by donating memorabilia and photographs to the School. Email archives@knox.nsw.edu.au for more info.
