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What is the historical significance of Kohima in World War II?

  • Site of a major naval battle

  • Site of a major air battle

  • Site of a major ground battle

  • No significant role

Answer

Kohima was the site of one of the bloodiest battles of World War II, often referred to as the'Stalingrad of the East'. In 2013, the British National Army Museum voted the Battle of Kohima to be Britain's Greatest Battle.
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