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Today in World War II History—Oct. 12, 1943

Friday, October 12, 2018 by Sarah Sundin
Low-flying US bombers dropping parachute bombs on Vunakanau airfield at Rabaul, 1943 (US Army Center of Military History)

Low-flying US bombers dropping parachute bombs on Vunakanau airfield at Rabaul, 1943 (US Army Center of Military History)

75 Years Ago—Oct. 12, 1943: Portugal allows Allies to use air and naval bases in the Azores.

US Fifth Air Force & Royal Australian Air Force begin major assault on Rabaul, New Britain, key to Japan’s South Pacific defense; 349 bombers strike, sinking 5 ships.

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