24 January 1942, approximately 0305: Four U.S. destroyers of Destroyer Division 59, led by the USS John D. Ford, attack Japanese transports and escorts during a high-speed torpedo attack, while the oil facilities of Balikpapan burn in the background.
PAINTING BY DALE BYHRE
With one engine out and a damaged starboard wing, a Mk.III Lancaster struggles home after a night bombing mission to Germany in the autumn of 1944. Art by Robert Taylor
We are a non commercial community interested only in the discussion of all things military.
We do not sell or authorise the use of images hosted on our servers, if you wish to purchase or use imagery contact the uploader directly.(you will need to register). Any requests received to purchase or use imagery will be ignored. Thank you and welcome to MI.Net
You have been here as a guest for a while, I guess we are doing something right?
Register as a member and join in the discussions, its completely free and we would welcome your contributions.
All the best admin - MI.Net
We value your privacy
We use essential cookies to make this site work, and optional cookies to enhance your experience.