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Today in World War II History—December 22, 1940 & 1945

Tuesday, December 22, 2020 by Sarah Sundin
Pres. Harry Truman, 27 June 1945 (Library of Congress)

Pres. Harry Truman, 27 June 1945 (Library of Congress)

80 Years Ago—Dec. 22, 1940: David Margesson is appointed to replace Anthony Eden as British Secretary of State for War.

75 Years Ago—Dec. 22, 1945: President Truman issues “Truman Directive,” authorizing immigration of increased numbers of displaced persons.

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