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Oala-Rarua, Oala (1934–1980)

teacher, trade-union leader, politician and diplomat

Oala Oala-Rarua, n.d.

Oala Oala-Rarua, n.d.

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Oala Oala-Rarua, n.d.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

12 June, 1934
Pari, Papua New Guinea

Death

17 May, 1980 (aged 45)
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

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