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Location Kairiru Strait is located between Kairiru Island to the north and Muschu Island to the south. Prewar and during the Pacific War located in the Territory of New Guinea. Today located in Wewak District of East Sepik Province in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Wartime History During the Japanese occupation January 1943 until September 1945, Kairiru Strait was used by Japanese vessels to link Kairiru Island and Muschu Island. B-25D Mitchell 41-30319 Pilot Blain ditched September 2, 1943 crew swam ashore and were captured and later executed F1M2 Pete Sunk or shot down offshore remains upside down in Kairiru Strait Contribute Information Do you have photos or additional information to add? Last Updated November 22, 2025 |
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