Battle of Cape Esperance (1942 AD)

Battle of Cape Esperance took place in 1942 AD during World War II.

Battle facts

Year: 1942 AD
Date: 1942-10-12
Era: Modern
Conflict: World War II
Commanders (A): Norman Scott
Commanders (B): Aritomo Gotō, Takatsugu Jōjima
Casualties: approx. 1 destroyer sunk 1 heavy cruiser damaged 1 light cruiser severely damaged 1 destroyer severely damaged 2 floatplanes 163 killed1 heavy cruiser sunk 1 destroyer sunk 1 heavy cruiser heavily damaged 341–454 killed 111 captured Plus: 2 retreating destroyers sunk by aircraft the following day
Outcome: American victory
Coordinates: -9.100°, 159.650°