Battle of Empress Augusta Bay
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The Battle of Empress Augusta Bay, on 1–2 November 1943 – also known as the Battle of Gazelle Bay, Operation Cherry Blossom, and in Japanese sources as the Sea Battle off Bougainville Island – was a naval battle fought at night in Empress Augusta... Wikipedia
Dates: Nov 1, 1943 – Nov 2, 1943
Location: Empress Augusta Bay and Autonomous Region of Bougainville