Japanese Air Raid On Port Moresby

The video discusses the strategic importance of the Moresby Allied Base on New Guinea, highlighting its role as a gateway to Australia and Japan. It covers the threats of invasion and the defensive actions taken by American anti-aircraft forces. The video also details attacks on Allied troop transports and the strategic proximity of locations like Barbie to Tokyo and MacArthur's armies in Australia.

Why was Port Moresby considered a strategic location during World War II?

• It had a large population.

• It was the capital of New Guinea.

• It served as a gateway to Australia and Japan.

• It was a major industrial hub.

What new threat did the Allies face at Port Moresby?

• Political unrest

• Natural disasters

• Invasion threats

• Economic sanctions

What was the target of the Japanese forces during their attack?

• Civilian areas

• Allied troop transports

• Supply depots

• Naval bases

What was the result of the Japanese bombing on the Allied troop transports?

• Minimal damage

• Successful interception

• A direct hit

• Complete evasion

How close was the conflict to MacArthur's armies in Australia?

• 500 miles away

• 2000 miles away

• A stone's throw away

• 1000 miles away