Bombing of Darwin Flashcards
1
Q
When did the bombing of Darwin occur?
A
The bombing of Darwin occurred on the 19th of February 1942, when Japanese aircrafts bombed the military base and the town of Darwin.
2
Q
How many people did it kill?
A
The bombing killed more than 230 people and destroyed ships, buildings and infrastructure.
3
Q
What was the aim of the attack
A
The attack was aimed to weaken to Allies’ resistance to the Japanese invasion of nearby islands, Timor and Java.
