In pictures: Territorians pause for Bombing of Darwin’s 82nd anniversary
Thousands were in attendance as Australians, Americans and Japanese gathered to commemorate Darwin’s darkest day. SEE THE PHOTOS.
Bombing Of Darwin
Plans set for 82nd anniversary of bombing of Darwin
Darwin will commemorate the 82nd anniversary of the day 680 bombs were dropped on the harbour, in the first and largest air raid against Australia during World War II, on Monday 19 February. See the event.
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What to expect from Darwin’s most ‘sombre’ day
Top End regiments of the Australian Defence Force are set to simulate a ‘sombre’ attack on the city during the 81st Bombing of Darwin commemoration. Watch the dress rehearsal here.
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SEE VIDEO: 101-year-old veteran remembers Bombing of Darwin
THE Bombing of Darwin is now 80 years ago, but for surviving 101-year-old veteran Brian Winspear, memories of that day are as vivid as if they were yesterday.
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