Statements (106)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:aftermath |
Boosted morale of Allied forces
increased Allied morale increased Allied control in Northeast India Japanese forces weakened influence on subsequent battles in Burma strategic withdrawal of Japanese troops Led to further offensives in Burma Strengthened Allied position in India |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Chindit_operations
|
| gptkbp:casualties |
High casualties on both sides
approximately 5,000 Japanese troops approximately 4,000 British and Indian troops |
| gptkbp:combat_role |
Kohima Ridge
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| gptkbp:combatant |
gptkb:British_Indian_Army
gptkb:British_India gptkb:Imperial_Japanese_Army |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:Lieutenant_General_Renya_Mutaguchi
gptkb:Major_General_John_Grover gptkb:Major_General_John_B._Thorne |
| gptkbp:commemorated_by |
gptkb:Kohima_Epitaph
Annual memorial services |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired literature and films
commemorated in literature and film Significant in Indian military history |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
referenced in the book ' The Forgotten Army'
|
| gptkbp:date |
April 4, 1944
June 22, 1944 |
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
Films and documentaries
|
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 12 weeks
|
| gptkbp:featured_in |
Numerous historical accounts
|
| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Admin_Box
|
| gptkbp:fought_against |
Kohima Ridge
|
| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
examined for leadership decisions
studied for military strategy analyzed for logistics and supply issues considered a model for defensive warfare reviewed for troop morale factors |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
part of the larger conflict in the Pacific Theater
Fought during the Japanese invasion of India Involved in the larger context of the Burma Campaign Part of the larger conflict in the Pacific Theater |
| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
Commemoration in military history
Influenced post-war military education Symbol of resistance and sacrifice |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
highlighted importance of logistics in warfare
boosted morale of Allied troops demonstrated effectiveness of Allied forces paved the way for the recapture of Burma showcased bravery of soldiers involved one of the fiercest battles in the Pacific Theater Often referred to as the ' Stalingrad of the East'. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Battle of Kohima
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| gptkbp:influenced |
Post-war military strategies
|
| gptkbp:involved |
infantry and artillery units
|
| gptkbp:involved_forces |
gptkb:British_2nd_Division
gptkb:Japanese_15th_Army |
| gptkbp:involved_units |
gptkb:Japanese_33rd_Division
gptkb:Japanese_15th_Army gptkb:31st_Indian_Brigade 2nd British Division 2nd Division of the British Indian Army |
| gptkbp:key_event |
gptkb:Battle_of_Garrison_Hill
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Kohima_Imphal_Road gptkb:Battle_of_the_Tennis_Court gptkb:British_recapture_of_Kohima Battle of the Ridge Allied counterattack launched Japanese advance halted Japanese retreat begins Kohima captured by Japanese |
| gptkbp:legacy |
remains a symbol of resistance
honored in military history |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Kohima
|
| gptkbp:memorials |
gptkb:Kohima_War_Cemetery
|
| gptkbp:military_strategy |
Use of air support
Combined arms approach Use of local terrain to advantage encirclement and counter-offensive Logistical support from India |
| gptkbp:nickname |
Stalingrad of the East
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
The 'last stand' at Kohima
|
| gptkbp:outcome |
Japanese forces retreated
halted Japanese advance into India |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:World_War_II
|
| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_Imphal
|
| gptkbp:result |
Allied victory
|
| gptkbp:significance |
Turning point in the Burma Campaign
turning point in the Burma Campaign |
| gptkbp:strategic_goals |
Control of the Imphal-Kohima road
Prevent Japanese supply lines from reaching India |
| gptkbp:strategic_importance |
defense of India
Defended India from Japanese invasion |
| gptkbp:tactics |
defensive operations
Defensive tactics employed by the Allies |
| gptkbp:tactics_used |
defensive warfare
|
| gptkbp:terrain |
hilly and rugged
hilly and mountainous Hilly and rugged terrain |
| gptkbp:weather_conditions |
monsoon season
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:British_Indian_Army
gptkb:Battle_of_the_14th_Army gptkb:Indian_Army gptkb:temples gptkb:Gorkhas |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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