Fakfak (Fak Fak)

MapLat 2° 55' 0S Long 132° 18' 0E  Known as Fakfak or Fak Fak.

History
The Japanese 1st Detachment landed & occupied the town of Fak fak on 1 April 1942. The small KNIL garrison surrendered without a fight. After occupation, a small garrison of 67 men of the 24th Special Base Unit occupied the area

B-24D "The Big Ass Bird II" Serial Number 42-72801
Exploded on a night mission, wreckage and remains of crew found post war

 


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