Yes, during World War II, Vanuatu, then known as the New Hebrides, was involved in the conflict due to its strategic location in the South Pacific. While the Japanese did not launch a full-scale invasion of Vanuatu, they did conduct air raids and established a presence in the surrounding islands. The nearby island of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu was used by Allied forces as a base for operations in the Pacific, and there was substantial military activity in the area. The Japanese attempts to expand their control in the Pacific led to battles in nearby regions, but Vanuatu itself was primarily used as a staging ground for the Allies rather than as a direct battleground.
During world War 2,did Vanuatu invaded by Japanese forces?
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