Bombing of Darwin: 70 years on
On February 19, 1942, shortly before 10:00am, Japanese forces launched air raids on Darwin, the first on Australian soil.
The attacks, which came in two waves, were part of Japan's efforts to damage Australia's morale, hinder Darwin's use as a military base, and ultimately secure neighbouring Timor.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-02-17/bombing-of-darwin-anniversary-special-coverage/3834410
(the photo slide show at the very bottom of the article is rather good)
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