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Today in World War II History—May 13, 1942

Friday, May 13, 2022 by Sarah Sundin
New Zealand and US soldiers compare weapons in the Southwest Pacific, 1942 (US Army Center of Military History)

New Zealand and US soldiers compare weapons in the Southwest Pacific, 1942 (US Army Center of Military History)

80 Years Ago—May 13, 1942: US troops replace New Zealanders in Fiji and take responsibility for the islands.

King George VI becomes Commander in Chief, British Home Guard.

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