Aug 15, 1943, US & Canadian troops land to retake Kiska, 70 years ago today. The Aleutian island had been occupied by Japan since June 6, 1942. While Japanese forces had already pulled out, Allies suffered at least 313 casualties (92 dead/221 wounded) from mines, booby traps, & friendly fire. #alaskahistory #alaska #aleutians #kiska