Today in WWII History
World War II History for August 24
08.24.1942 – U.S. forces sank the Japanese aircraft carrier Ryujo in the Battle of the East Solomon Islands. During this battle the “coastwatchers,” volunteers that reported on Japanese ship and aircraft movement, were a key to American success.
*Edit: The carrier sunk is the Ryujo, not the Ryuho
No Bathing Facilities on U-Boats Led to Constant Outbreaks of Skin Diseases & Revolting Smell Inside the Boats
One of the Many Incredibly Brave Polish Fighter Pilots Who Served in the British Royal Air Force After Poland Was Defeated and Occupied by Nazi Germany
SIGNAL: The Life Magazine of Nazi Germany
“Goodnight. Sorry for Sinking You,” Says U-Boat Commander
