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The battle of Milne bay was fought because it to stop the construction of a Japanese aircraft field in New Guinea that can bombard Australia and they can drop paratroopers on the Australian ground so it's an threat for the British and Americans forces that are in Australia.
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When did Battle of Milne Bay happen?
Battle of Milne Bay happened on 1942-09-07.
Who won battle of milne bay?
the Allies
What happened at the milne bay battle?
The Battle of Milne Bay was fought in August-September 1942 in Papua New Guinea during World War II. It was a key battle where Australian forces successfully defended the strategic port of Milne Bay against a Japanese invasion attempt, marking the first major defeat of Japanese land forces in the Pacific War. The battle was significant as it halted the Japanese southern advance towards Australia and boosted Allied morale.
What battle of the revolutionary war was fought by a large bay?
The last battle-- the Battle of Yorktown was fought near the Chesapeake Bay.
Why was the battle of Milne Bay so important in World War 2?
Because they wanted to!
How long did the battle of milne bay last?
The battle lasted for nearly 2 weeks. It occurred on 25 August - 7 September 1942.
What is the area of Milne Bay Province?
The area of Milne Bay Province is 14,000 square kilometers.
Where was the first battle of the spanish-American war fought?
It was the Battle of Manila Bay.
What is the population of Milne Bay Province?
The population of Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea is estimated to be around 276,000 people.
What was the major battle that was fought in the Spanish American war?
For the Navy it was the Battle of Manila Bay and for the Army it was Cuba.
Was the first battle of the Spanish American war fought in Puerto Rico?
No, it was the Battle of Manila Bay in the Philippine Islands.
Where was the first naval battle of the Spanish American War fought?
At Manila Bay in the Philippines.
