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    Wana Wana Island Western Province Solomon Islands
Location
Wana Wana Island is located in Blackett Strait. Borders ArundeI Island to the south and Kolombanga Island to the north and New Georgia Island and Kula Gulf to the northwest. A constricted passage was located at this location.

Wartime History
After the Battle of Kolombangara during July 12-13, 1943, the Japanese Navy began using this route to resupply Kolombanga Island.

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Last Updated
November 27, 2024

 

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