Battle of Banjarmasin (1942 AD)

Battle of Banjarmasin took place in 1942 AD during World War II, Pacific War, Dutch East Indies Campaign.

Battle facts

Year: 1942 AD
Date: 1942-02-10
Era: Modern
Conflict: World War II, Pacific War, Dutch East Indies Campaign
Commanders (A): Henry Halkema
Commanders (B): Kyōhei Yamamoto, Yoshibumi Okamoto
Casualties: approx. Troops deserted, evacuated to Java, or surrendered later on9 killed or died from sickness 80% (ca. 800) stricken with Malaria
Outcome: Japanese victory
Coordinates: -3.314°, 114.592°