Battle of Kolombangara (1943 AD)

Battle of Kolombangara took place in 1943 AD during Pacific War.

Battle facts

Year: 1943 AD
Date: 1943-07-13
Era: Modern
Conflict: Pacific War
Commanders (A): Walden Ainsworth
Commanders (B): Shunji Isaki
Casualties: approx. 1 destroyer sunk, 3 light cruisers damaged (two severely), 89 killed1 light cruiser sunk, 482 killed
Outcome: Japanese victory
Coordinates: -7.833°, 157.350°