During 1941, as the Allies perceived the possibility of war with Japan, the island of Ambon was seen to be a strategic location, because of its potential as a major air base.
Pada tahun 1941, ketika Sekutu memperhitungkan kemungkinan pecahnya perang dengan Jepang, Ambon merupakan lokasi yang dianggap strategis, karena potensial menjadi pangkalan udara utama.