Battle of Finschhafen (1943 AD)

Battle of Finschhafen took place in 1943 AD during World War II.

Battle facts

Year: 1943 AD
Date: 1943-10-24
Era: Modern
Conflict: World War II
Commanders (A): George Wootten, Victor Windeyer
Commanders (B): Hatazo Adachi, Eizo Yamada, Shigeru Katagiri
Casualties: approx. 73 killed, 285 wounded (first phase) 49 killed, 179 wounded (second phase)679 killed, 821 wounded (second phase only)
Outcome: Allied victory
Coordinates: -6.600°, 147.850°