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In 1941 Wake Island was a work in progress; its location made it a good base for long-range aircraft but left it vulnerable to attacks. (Map by Brian Walker with U.S. Navy photograph)
In 1941 Wake Island was a work in progress; its location made it a good base for long-range aircraft but left it vulnerable to attacks. (Map by Brian Walker with U.S. Navy photograph)