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Today in World War II History—April 21, 1942

Thursday, April 21, 2022 by Sarah Sundin
Map of locations where German-American civilians were interned in World War II (via Wikimedia Commons, CrystalCity1945)

Map of locations where German-American civilians were interned in World War II (via Wikimedia Commons, CrystalCity1945)

80 Years Ago—Apr. 21, 1942: President Roosevelt orders seizure of all patents held by enemy nations.

Kenedy Alien Detention Center opens in Texas for enemy alien civilians (German, Italian, and Japanese citizens).

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