Battle of Buna–Gona (1943 AD)

Battle of Buna–Gona took place in 1943 AD during New Guinea campaign.

Battle facts

Year: 1943 AD
Date: 1943-01-22
Era: Modern
Conflict: New Guinea campaign
Commanders (A): Edmund Herring, George Vasey, Edwin F. Harding
Commanders (B): Yosuke Yokoyama, Yoshitatsu Yasuda, from 6 December:, Tsuyuo Yamagata
Casualties: approx. 1,991 killed, 12,300+ injured or sick7,000 dead (4,000 in battle, remainder from disease) 1,200 injured (evacuated), 250+ captured
Outcome: Allied victory
Coordinates: -8.650°, 148.350°