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2 unusual facts about Manus Island


Manus Island

Manus is volcanic in origin and probably broke through the ocean's surface in the late Miocene, 8–10 million years ago.

Momote Airport, the terminal for Manus Province, is located on nearby Los Negros Island.


Motor Torpedo Boat PT 105

On 15 February 1945 PT-105 was transferred to MTB Squadron 18, under the command of Lt. Edward Macauley III, and saw action in New Guinea; at Manus Island in the Admiralties; and at Morotai in the Halmaheras.


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