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Operation Cherry Blossom Scenario#: D     Date: 1-Nov-43     Location: Empress August Bay, Bougainville On this date the US 3rd Marine Division landed at Cape Torokina. Naval forces assisting the Marines included 4 cruisers and 8 destroyers. Empress Augusta Bay had been chosen because it was within range of allied land—based fighter bases and … Combat Commander — CC: Pacific