In what sea were the combined naval forces of the US, Britain, Netherlands and Australia decisively defeated by the Japanese Navy as they advanced in Southeast Asia in 1942?
- Java Sea
- Arafura Sea
- South China Sea
- Timor Sea
Answer
The correct answer is A) Java Sea.
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