From the Archives, 1975: Australia's flag lowered as PNG gains independence
As he spoke, the R.A.N. ship Stalwart fired a 101-gun salute across Port Moresby harbor and fireworks exploded 3000 feet above the city.
They signaled the end of 90 years of colonial rule under British, German and Australian authorities.
In a short emotional speech proclaiming independence, Sir John Guise said: “The constitution of the independent State of Papua New Guinea, under which all power rests with the people, is now in effect.
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