Battle of Muar (1942 AD)

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

Battle facts

Year: 1942 AD
Date: 1942-01-22
Era: Modern
Conflict: World War II
Commanders (A): Gordon Bennett, Herbert Duncan, Charles Anderson, Frederick Galleghan
Commanders (B): Takuma Nishimura, Masakazu Ogaki, Shiegeo Gotanda
Casualties: approx. 3,100 killed and wounded(including 150 prisoners of war)700+ killed and 800+ wounded Total casualties: 1,500+ killed and wounded 15+ tanks destroyed
Outcome: Japanese victory Parit Sulong massacre
Coordinates: 2.050°, 102.567°