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Gunichi Mikawa Biography and Timeline

Follow Gunichi Mikawa through 2 dated historical records for Japan.

Gunichi Mikawa, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records
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1942–1942Years on this page

1942

Response to Guadalcanal Landings

Vice Admiral · Rabaul · Warfare / World War, 2nd

Mikawa assembles a cruiser force at Rabaul to attack Allied ships supporting the Guadalcanal landings.

Role range: 1939-1945

Battle of Savo Island

Vice Admiral · Savo Island · Warfare / World War, 2nd

Mikawa's cruiser force surprises the Allied screening force and wins a major night victory off Savo Island.

Role range: 1939-1945

Records, sources and methodology

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