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 The Ulithi Atoll

Individual Islets:
Falalop
Mogmog
Sorlen
Asor

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 Securing the Atoll

Summary:
Taken on September 22-24, 1944, by the 323 RCT of the 81st Army Infantry Division (the "Wildcats"), supported by elements of naval Task Group 33.
smUlithians.jpg (14704 bytes) The Ulithians

Summary:
The native population of the Ulithi Atoll who graciously agreed to help the Allies' war efforts.
Service Branches...
Navy

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Marines

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Army

Summary:
Provided anti-aircraft and searchlight coverage for the islands.

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 Seabees

Summary:
Built and maintained the ground facilities on the Atoll and assisted with stevedoring operations.
Merchant Marine

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Coast Guard

Summary:
Operated the super-secret LORAN A station
Misc.
The Sinking of the U.S.S. Mississinewa