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Today in World War II History—June 12, 1941

Friday, June 12, 2026 by Sarah Sundin
Poster for the College Graduates’ Naval Reserve Officers Training Program, WWII

Poster for the College Graduates’ Naval Reserve Officers Training Program, WWII

85 Years Ago—June 12, 1941: US Naval Reserve is called to active duty.

V for Victory reaches Denmark when BBC Danish Section broadcasts appeal (Vi vil vinde—We will win).

South African Air Force embarks on its first combat mission in North Africa.

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