America at War: The Battle of Wake Island

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History

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description

Event Details

On the same day that the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, they also launched air attacks on Wake Island, an important American naval base still under construction. Three days later a Japanese invasion force was repelled by a scratch force of marines, sailors and construction workers. Despite American attempts to relieve the island the Japanese launched a much greater invasion a few weeks later. Despite a gallant defense, the Americans were forced to surrender. Join Duane E. Shaffer as we discuss the strategy and tactics of this important battle.

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This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.

This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.