Japan attacks L.A.?

Posted on February 26, 2008 by lmharnisch


Feb. 26, 1942
Los Angeles

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Above, suspicious Japanese Americans are rounded up after the great battle of Los Angeles. Yes, it was a false alarm that left parts of the city peppered with unexploded ordnance. A special thanks to my colleague on the business copy desk, Bob Bayer, for pointing out the anniversary.

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1 Response to Japan attacks L.A.?

  1. Denise Thain's avatar Denise Thain says:
    February 26, 2008 at 7:24 pm

    I point you towards this wonderful annual event.
    http://www.theairraid.com/

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