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January 3
1904 - The cruiser Detroit (C 10) lands a Marine detachment
at Puerto Plata, Dominican Replublic, to protect American interests
during an insurrection. 1944 - Top Marine ace Maj. Gregory Boyington captured after
shooting down 28 aircraft. Boyington went on to receive the
Medal of Honor for his actions. 1945 - Third Fleet carriers begin a two-day attack against
Formosa, Taiwan, destroying 100 aircraft while losing only 22. For more information about naval history, visit the Naval Historical Center Web site at
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