Today in World War II History—January 28, 1943
Saturday, January 28, 2023 by Sarah Sundin
Painting: “Go for Broke,” depicting Japanese-American 442nd Regimental Combat Team in action in France, October 1944 (US Army Center of Military History)
80 Years Ago—Jan. 28, 1943: Japanese attempt final drive for Port Moresby, New Guinea.
US military begins accepting Nisei volunteers and announces formation of Japanese-American combat units.
Germany orders registration of men ages 16-65 and women ages 17-45 for war work; most luxury and consumer industries are shut down.
