Battle of Slim River (1942)

Battle of Slim River (British India vs Empire of Japan) took place in 1942 during Malayan campaign.

Battle facts

Year: 1942
Date: 1942-01-07
Era: Modern
Conflict: Malayan campaign
Side A: British India
Side B: Empire of Japan
Commanders (A): Brig. Archibald Paris
Commanders (B): Lt. Gen Takuro Matsui
Casualties: 500 killed 3,200 captured (Japanese estimate) (British India), 77 killed 60 wounded (Empire of Japan)
Outcome: Japanese victory
Coordinates: 4.050°, 101.300°