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Solomon Islanders' Forgotten War Heroes
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Unveiling the Hidden Heroes: Solomon Islanders in Australias Secret WWII Unit - For decades, the identities of six Solomon Islanders who served in a secret Australian Army unit during WWII remained unknown. Led by anthropologist Donald Thomson, this unit, the Northern Territory Special Reconnaissance Unit, patrolled the northern coast to stop Japanese invaders, blending traditional tactics with modern warfare. Recently, families identified five of the six men, sparking pride and questions about their overlooked service.
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