United Party

Stephen Pokawin - 00:06:41

Interview: 
Stephen Pokawin
Time: 
00:06:41

Stephen Pokawin describes how he got involved with independence, the association of the Pangu Pati with the independence, and his switch at university from studying English and Anthropology to studying politics due to the excitement of the period after the 1972 elections. He recalled a visit to the university by Michael Somare to a packed lecture theatre and the freedom of the academics to engage in politics.

Henry Chow - 01:33:33

Interview: 
Henry Chow
Time: 
01:33:33

Henry Chow describes his part in the negotiations to form government after the 1972 election.

Henry Chow - 01:11:07

Interview: 
Henry Chow
Time: 
01:11:07

Henry Chow describes the negotiations after the 1972 election to form government and his rejection of the United Party due to the fear of anarchy. He briefly discusses his relationship with other political figures.

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