Secret Strike – War on our Shores

Step into history and uncover the covert mission that shook Sydney, in a new exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine.

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Several men watch as a Japanese midget two-man submarine is raised from the harbour bed.

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When
10 March 2025 - 31 August 2026
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Where

  • 58 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont NSW 2009

Categories
  • Exhibition and Shows
Accessibility
  • Welcomes people with access needs
Cost
Free
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Overview of this event

Step into history and uncover the covert mission that shook Sydney in a new exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour. The year 2025 marks 80 years since the end of World War II, a pivotal moment in global history. To commemorate this significant anniversary, the museum presents Secret Strike – War on the Shores, focusing on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour. This exhibition offers a unique view of this wartime event, featuring the stern section of the midget submarine M22 and voice pipes from the ill-fated HMAS Kuttabul. Explore the story of the raid, view historic images depicting the aftermath of the attack, and hear firsthand accounts of how this event impacted the lives of everyday Australians.

Contact details

Australian National Maritime Museum

Phone: (02) 9298 3777
Website: https://www.sea.museum/en/whats-on/exhibitions/secret-strike-war-on-our-shores

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58 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont NSW 2009

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