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The Japanese were attacking Newcastle on orders that stated they were to shell the Newcastle Shipping yards at Carrington. It also had BHP Steelworks (which they needed for weapons,planes etc.) and other industries like aluminum and coal. So, it was a strategic move, especially since they wanted to invade Australia.
What else can I help you with?
What event brought US into World war two?
The Japanese attack on the US Fleet at Pearl Harbor.
Why the US entry World War 2?
The Japanese sneak attack on Pearl Harbor propelled the US into the war.
How did the attack on Sydney by the Japanese during World War 2 affect the outcome of the war?
It didnt really affect the war that much. the attack was to small to affect it very much.
When did the Japanese leave Japan to attack Pearl Harbor in World War 2?
November 26, 1941 .
What spark caused the us to enter World War 2?
The attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese Military.
What type of vessels attacked Newcastle in World War 2?
a Japanese i class submarine
Which county attacked first in world war 1?
Poland attack by Nazi.China Attack by Imperial Japanese Army.Ethiopia attack by Italy
What event brought US into World war two?
The Japanese attack on the US Fleet at Pearl Harbor.
Why did USA enter World War 2?
Because of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour.
What got the US in World War 2?
The Japanese attack upon Pearl Harbor .
Which action brought America into World War 2?
The attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese.
What was the pearl harbor during World War 2?
The site of the surprise Japanese attack .
What did the Japanese attack on pearl harbor bring?
It dragged the United States into the World War.
Site of Japanese attack in Hawaii during World War 2?
Pearl Harbor
What naval base did the Japanese attack in world war 2?
Notably , Pearl Harbor .
Who provoked US to join World War 2?
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
What attack forced the US to get involved with World War 2?
the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941............
