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Australia and its People › History
What happened on 19 February 1942?
- Australia declared war on Japan
- Australia signed a defence treaty with the United States
- Darwin was bombed by Japanese aircraft in the largest foreign attack on Australian soil
Why this is the correct answer
On 19 February 1942, Japanese aircraft launched a devastating attack on Darwin, the largest foreign attack ever carried out on Australian soil. Over 200 aircraft participated in two raids, destroying ships, aircraft and infrastructure and killing more than 200 people. The attack marked a profound moment in Australia's wartime experience.