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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.

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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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