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 Justin Taylan 2003 |
Location Lat 9 02 S Long 149' 00E Porlock Harbor is located on the northern cost of New Guinea halfway between Tufi and Oro Bay. Also incorrectly spelled Port Lock in some sources. The harbor consists of a network of lagoons fringed by a coral reef at a depth of 16-22m. Ako is located on the western side of Porlock Harbor. Wartime History During late 1942, the U.S. Army occupied the Porlock Harbor area to support the Buna-Sanananda-Gona campaign. Anti-aircraft guns were emplaced at Cody's Point and living quarters were established nearby. B-26 "Sally Rand" 40-1492 Pilot Patteson ditched August 13, 1942 P-38H Lightning Pilot Durkin ditched November 8, 1943 Contribute Information Do you have photos or additional information to add? Last Updated November 22, 2025 |
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