Bombing of Wewak (1943 AD)

Bombing of Wewak (Australia vs Side B) took place in 1943 AD during World War II.

Battle facts

Year: 1943 AD
Date: 1943-08-21
Era: Modern
Conflict: World War II
Side A: Australia
Commanders (A): George Kenney
Commanders (B): Kumaichi Teramoto
Casualties: approx. 10 destroyed174 put out of action: 54 shot down 16 blown u 47 slightly damaged
Outcome: Allied victory
Coordinates: -3.550°, 143.633°