Naval battle of the Pacific campaign of World War II, in the Blackett Strait between Kolombangara islands and Arundel Island in the Solomon Islands. It took place on 6 March 1943. The setting was Blackett Strait. It was part of the Pacific War and the World War II. Those involved included the United States and the Empire of Japan.
Before and after
- 14 February 1943Death of David Hilbert
- from 16 February 1943 to 31 March 1943Operation Winter Magic
- 22 February 1943Birth of Horst Köhler
- 25 February 1943Birth of George Harrison
- 6 March 1943Battle of Blackett Strait
- 9 March 1943Birth of Bobby Fischer
- 29 March 1943Birth of John Major
- April 1943Construction of Bergen-Belsen concentration camp
- 6 April 1943Publication of The Little Prince
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