Chuukese Experiences in the Pacific War

2008/08/26 by Lin Poyer · 1 citation
Medicine · Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · #Morinda citrifolia extract uses #Carcinogens and Genotoxicity Assessment #History #Ancient history

paper · doi:10.1080/00223340802281569

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Abstract

The lives of Pacific Islanders during World War II can be described through a combination of documentary and oral history. This article reviews the experiences of the people of Chuuk (formerly ‘Truk’) in the Central Caroline Islands during the Pacific War. Chuuk served as headquarters for the Japanese Imperial Navy's Fourth Fleet and, later, rear area headquarters for the Combined Fleet. When the Japanese military shifted to defence in mid-1943, troops fortified the island, resulting in the confiscation of land and relocation of the Chuukese. From late 1943 to August 1945, Chuukese experience was shaped by Allied bombing, intensive labour demands from the Japanese garrison, and severe food shortages. After surrender, Chuuk was occupied by a minimal US Navy presence. The war and its aftermath shaped modern Chuuk through permanent changes in its resources, economy and political role.

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