Kuala Lumpur

Modern capital of Malaysia.

Defended by the Australian 8th Division, and attack by the Japanese Army 5th Division.

American Missions Against Kuala Lumpur
January 28, 1942 - March 10, 1945

January 28, 1942
(FEAF) B-17's attack airfield at Kuala Lumpur

February 19, 1945
(20th AF) 49 B-29s bomb the Central Railroad Repair Shops at Kuala Lumpur, some bombing from only 1,000'

March 10, 1945
(20th AF) 24 of 29 B-29s bomb the marshalling yard at Kuala Lumpur

       Kuala Lumpur Airfield

Location
Lat 3° 6' 0" Long 101° 42' 0"

Wartime History
Built prior to the war, it was occupied by the Japanese.

 


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