Battle of Makassar Strait (1942)

Battle of Makassar Strait (Netherlands vs Japan) took place in 1942 during World War II.

Battle facts

• Year: 1942
• Date: 1942-02-04
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: World War II
• Side A: Netherlands
• Side B: Japan
• Commanders (A): Karel Doorman
• Commanders (B): Nishizō Tsukahara
• Casualties: 70 sailors killed 2 cruisers damaged (Netherlands), 4+ planes destroyed (Japan)
• Outcome: Japanese victory
• Coordinates: -7.500°, 115.500°

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