Location
Harbor located on the southern coast of Bougainville, east of Buin and Kahili (Kihili).  Other wartime spellings include 'Tonolai' and 'Tonalei'.

Wartime History
During the war, this harbor was used by Japanese transport and warships to supply the area. This well protected harbor was attacked by Allied aircraft.

American Missions Against Tonolei Harbor
October 13, 1942 - June 4, 1944

Houn Maru
Run aground May 19, 1943

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Last Updated
October 1, 2009