Today in World War II History—August 1, 1942

80 Years Ago—Aug. 1, 1942: Japanese set up “independent” puppet government in Burma.

The American Federation of Musicians begins a yearlong strike against the recording industry.

Permanente Hospital opens in Oakland, CA, for employees of Kaiser Shipyards in Richmond.

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