Events of WWII Day three was filled with exquisite views as we drove through the Kimberley scenery, stopping at the Afghan Cemetery and The Grotto. The cemetery was very secluded in the serene bush-desert landscape, and the town of Wyndham was quite dated and deserted. The seclusion and emptiness which was embodied by the landscape, the cemetery and Wyndham contrasted with the immense amount of history and fullness which we discovered about the Afghan cameleers and Wyndham at the Historical Museum in the Old Court House. I felt wistful walking through a town so vacant and obsolete, knowing that it was once so significant and lively. Finally, the sights as we descended into the gorge known as The Grotto were simply breathtaking. It felt refreshing to dip my feet in the water after descending through the vast, unruly terrain. Today's activities made me realise just how much of an impact history can have on our attitude towards certain places and people, especially after discovering what they once were.
Display image in Wyndham Museum
I found the history behind Wyndham eye-opening. Not only about the historical relation to the town by both the Afghans and the Aboriginal people, but also just how close the potential invasion and conflict towards the town was. On the way back to Kununurra we altered our course to visit The Grotto. This was a pool hidden in a gorge, that was absolutely amazing: Boabs, slippery rocks and ridged rock walls lined the perimeter of the pool, while roped swings added to the fun of this experience. 2021 Premier's Anzac Student Tour | 7
