Funafuti Island

The U.S. Army landed here in October 1943 and immediately began constructing an airfield and additional facilities. Two locals died during the war. One was shot by an American soldier and the other died in an air raid on 23 April 1943. Seven Americans were also killed in the attack.

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Source

• Text: Kaj Metz
• Photos: USMC