People in Australia’s Northern Territory capital of Darwin are gathering to remember the first time Australian soil came under attack during World War II.
On 19 February 1942, 242 Japanese aircraft attacked the city.
Nearly 250 people were killed and between 300 and 400 people were injured.
“The anniversary is a day to reflect on our past and pay tribute to those servicemen and women and civilians who lost their lives while courageously defending our country,” Northern Territory Chief Minister Natasha Fyles said.
Bombs flattened much of the city, including its bustling Chinatown and Darwin Post Office.
The post-master, his family and six telegraphists were amongst those killed, affecting communication about the event to the rest of Australia….