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U. S. Marine Corps who fought at Wake Island
Group photo of the 47th Platoon of the U.S. Marine Corps, who defended America during the Japanese naval and air attacks on Wake Island in December 1941. In those circumstances one enemy cruiser and one destroyer were sunk in forty-eight hours. Date: 1942
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1941 47th Attack Corps Defense Garrison Marines Pacific Platoon Wake December
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This evocative group photograph captures the indomitable spirit of the 47th Platoon of the United States Marine Corps, who valiantly defended America during the Japanese naval and air attacks on Wake Island in December 1941. The image, taken in 1942, documents the resilience and determination of these brave men as they stood their ground against overwhelming odds. Wake Island, a tiny atoll located in the Pacific Ocean, became a symbol of American resistance during the early stages of World War II. Despite being outnumbered and outgunned, the garrison of Marines and soldiers held out for forty-eight hours against the Japanese Empire's naval forces, managing to sink one enemy cruiser and one destroyer. The 47th Platoon, composed of ordinary men from all walks of life, played a pivotal role in this historic defense. Their courage and sacrifice served as a rallying cry for the United States and its allies, inspiring a sense of unity and determination in the face of adversity. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women of the U.S. military during World War II, and serves as a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of the human spirit. The image is particularly significant as it documents a pivotal moment in American military history, and provides a glimpse into the lives of the ordinary men who became heroes in the defense of their country.
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