Side One depicts present day Chuuk (Truk) Lagoon, with information on the many wrecks. The ships (and planes) that were sunk during Operation Hailstone over 60 years ago now comprise the world's greatest wreck diving, making Chuuk Lagoon a must-visit for the world's scuba divers.
Side Two depicts Truk Lagoon on February 17thto 18th, 1944, when US forces bombed one of Japan's most important bases during World War II.
This side of the map features descriptions of the attack, called Operation Hailstone, as well as descriptions of each Japanese ship that was sunk and how it was sunk. Also featured are many photographs of Operation Hailstone.
Side Two depicts Truk Lagoon on February 17thto 18th, 1944, when US forces bombed one of Japan's most important bases during World War II.
This side of the map features descriptions of the attack, called Operation Hailstone, as well as descriptions of each Japanese ship that was sunk and how it was sunk. Also featured are many photographs of Operation Hailstone.
Geography | Chuuk/Truk Lagoon |
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Geotype | Region |
Map Type | Territory Maps |
Publisher | Franko's Maps |
Usage Type | Recreation Maps |