Papua New Guinea Ramu River 1924 Expedition
Recently Doctor John Nedson Shortbottom III and Sir T. Youngington Regalia Esq., Commander Royal Exploration Corps had conducted an expedition to the Ramu River and surrounding areas in Papua New Guinea.
One of the longest rivers in the country, the Ramu rises in the east on the Kratke Range and flows northwest through the great Central Depression, where it receives numerous streams draining the Bismarck (south) and Finisterre and Adelbert (north) ranges. Along its approximately 720 kilometer course it passes the chief settlements of Dumpu, Bundi, and Atemble.
With headhunting practiced among most of the peoples of Melanesia, including New Guinea, the expedition required the two to show great respect for the indigenous peoples of the region. Doctor Shortbottom's cartography and navigational skills where undeniably the expeditions most important asset.
The expedition was a great success, making contact with many tribes and establishing friendly trading. The two plan a return visit where they hope to reunite with several of the elders they had met.
Upon retuning the two were honored for their groundbreaking expiation with a paddle displayed at the Tropical Hideaway.
