Japanese invasion of Burma

December 14, 1941 – May 1942

Result Japanese victory

Japanese and Thai forces invaded British Burma and took Rangoon in March 1942. British, Indian and Chinese troops made a long retreat to India, and the Burma Road to China was cut.

Battles 3

February 18, 1942
Battle of Bilin River Japanese victory Bilin River Shōjirō Iida
February 23, 1942
Battle of Sittang Bridge Japanese victory Myanmar Shōjirō Iida
March 7, 1942
Battle of Pegu Japanese victory Bago Shōjirō Iida

Key commanders

Allies 3

Axis 3