Justin Taylan 1993 |
Location
Biliau Island is located inside Madang Harbor. To the south is Madang. To the southwest is Niu Island and beyond Niu Timin Island and Madang Airfield (Madang Airport). To the north is Pana Tibun Island, Sai Dangan Island and beyond Siar Island. To the east is Kranket Island (Ragetta).
Wartime History
There are three large wrecked Japanese ships run aground on the island. Their bows are sticking
out of the water, and their sterns are submerged in shallow water.
A smaller landing barge is more to the west. It is possible these ships were sunk during an Allied air raid on May 8, 1943.
Allied missions against Madang Harbor
December 13, 1942 - April 26, 1944
Contribute Information
Do you have photos or additional information to add?
Last Updated
August 4, 2026
|
Photo Archive |
