Shipwreck HIJMS Kawakaze (江風)
On 7 August 193, this Japanese destroyer was sunk during the Battle of Vella Gulf. A total 169 sailors were killed in the battle.
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Source
- Text: Kaj Metz
- Photos: IJN
- Combined Fleet
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