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Mamarei Destination Guide
Delve into Mamarei in Solomon Islands
Mamarei in the region of Solomon Islands (general) is a city in Solomon Islands - some 22 mi or ( 35 km ) North-West of Honiara , the country's capital .
Current time in Mamarei is now 04:25 AM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " Pacific/Guadalcanal " with a UTC offset of 11 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Volivoli, Taunavali, Tangongote, Tanakola, and Tamboko. While being here, make sure to check out Volivoli . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Mamarei ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Interesting facts about this location
Operation Ke
Operation Ke was the largely successful withdrawal of Japanese forces from Guadalcanal at the conclusion of the Guadalcanal Campaign of World War II. The operation took place between 14 January and 7 February 1943, and involved both army and navy forces under the overall direction of the Japanese Imperial General Headquarters (IGH). Commanders of the operation included Isoroku Yamamoto and Hitoshi Imamura.
Located at -9.22 159.67 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
Japanese destroyer Teruzuki
Japanese destroyer Teruzuki was an Akizuki-class destroyer of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Her name means "Pale or Lighter Moon, Shining Moon". On 12–13 November 1942, Teruzuki was part of the Bombardment Force commanded by Rear Admiral Abe Hiroaki. In the First Naval Battle of Guadalcanal, she claimed hits on seven U.S. ships, including one sinking. The following morning, she assisted the crippled battleship Hiei.
Located at -9.22 159.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Japanese destroyer Makigumo (1942)
Makigumo was a Yūgumo-class destroyer of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Her name means "Cirrus Clouds" (Rolling Clouds). Following the Battle of Midway in June 1942, downed American aircrew SBD Ensign Frank W. O'Flaherty and AMM1c Bruno P. Gaido were pulled from the water by Makigumo. After an interrogation, the crew tied weights around Flaherthy's and Gaido's feet and threw them into the Pacific to drown, instead of keeping them prisoner until they reached Japan.
Located at -9.25 159.78 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Japanese destroyer Takanami (1942)
Japanese destroyer Takanami was a Yūgumo-class destroyer of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Her name means "Tall Wave". On the night of October 13–14, she escorted Battleships Kongo and Haruna during bombardment of Henderson Field, Guadalcanal. On night of October 15–16, she escorted Cruisers Myoko and Maya during bombardment of Henderson Field.
Located at -9.23 159.82 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
USS Northampton (CA-26)
USS Northampton (CA-26) was a heavy cruiser in service with the United States Navy. She was the lead ship of her class and commissioned in 1930. During World War II she served in the Pacific and was sunk by Japanese torpedoes during the Battle of Tassafaronga on 30 November 1942.
Located at -9.20 159.83 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
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