Created by Tom Horn on 28 Apr 2010, Last Update on 24 May 2010

Invasion of Tulagi - 3 May 1942

Japanese troops occupy the island of Tulagi to provide support and flank protection for Japanese forces that were advancing on Port Moresby in New Guinea. The occupation force also threatened communication lines between the US and Australia.

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Tags : Japan,Solomon Islands,United States,Britain,Land,Naval,Pacific,Combat

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