Today in World War II History—August 29, 1942
Monday, August 29, 2022 by Sarah Sundin

Papuan carriers evacuate Australian casualties near Isurava, 30 Aug 1942 (Australian War Memorial: 013286)
80 Years Ago—Aug. 29, 1942: In New Guinea, Japanese break through “Gap” at Isurava on way to Port Moresby.
Australia begins sugar rationing, 2 pounds per 2 weeks.
New song in Top Ten: “At Last.”