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1945 occupation of Japan begins...
1945 occupation of Japan begins...
Item # 685239
August 26, 1945
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 26, 1945
* U. S. occupation of Japan begins
* Third Fleet enters Sagami Bay
* Chester W. Nimitz & William Halsey
The top of the front page has a four column headline: "U.S. WARSHIPS ENTER BAY BELOW TOKYO WHEN TYPHOONS DELAY OUR LANDINGS" with subheads and related photo. Coverage on the initial occupation Japan with the United States Navy entering Sagami Bay. The official signing of surrender would take place a few days later on board the USS Missouri. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication.
Complete 1st section only with all 46 pages, rag edition in great condition.
Category: The 20th Century
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