Battle of Kohima

The Battle of Kohima, fought in 1944 during World War II, was a crucial conflict in northeastern India between Allied forces and Japanese troops. The Japanese aimed to invade India through Burma, but the Allies defended the hilltop town of Kohima to prevent this. Intense fighting took place in harsh conditions, with soldiers battling high ground and difficult terrain. The successful defense marked a turning point, stopping the Japanese advance into India and boosting Allied morale. It is remembered as a decisive and symbolic engagement that helped end Japan’s push into the Indian subcontinent.