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Germany Invades Poland
September 1st 1939 marks the start of one of the worst atrocities to befall mankind, WWII. Little did the people of New Jersey know that they themselves would eventually be dragged into this conflict. -
Selective Training and Service Act
All men 21-45 years of age had to register for the draft. Huge impact on the NJ economy because many of the shipyards were located on the NJ coastilne. -
Milville Aiport, Millville, NJ dedicated as "America's First Defense Airport"
This airport served as a training aiprot for fighter pilots. In excess of 1,500 pilots were sent here for training. -
Pearl Harbour
The Japanese miltary launches an all out surprise attack on Pearl Harbour, a U.S naval base stationed in Hawaii. Over 2,400 soldiers lost thier lives, many from New Jersey -
U.S.A enters the war
U.S joins the Allied war effort in retaliation for Pearl Harbour. Eventually over 10% of NJ resdents would serve in this war. -
Construction began on Camp Kilmer, New Brunswick, NJ, as as major staging area for Port of NY
The work began in January, and the camp opened in June. Because of its proiximity to NY, it became the staging center for the Port of NY. Eventually, it became the largest processing center for troops heading overseas and returning from World War II. The camp was closed in 20009
