jan 1, 1943 - The Battle of Buna-Gona
Description:
Australian forces, alongside U.S. troops, take part in a hard-fought campaign in Papua New Guinea to clear Japanese forces from the Buna-Gona region. The battle is brutal and costly, but the Allied victory plays a significant role in pushing Japanese forces out of Papua New Guinea and securing the region for the Allies.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1943
Now
~ 82 years ago