The Clue
W.W. II battle site, 1942 (6 letter answer)
The Answer
BATAAN
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Notes
The answer BATAAN is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1000 puzzles.
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Definition
BATAAN as a noun:
1. (Bataan, Corregidor) = the peninsula and island in the Philippines where Japanese forces besieged American forces in World War II; United States forces surrendered in 1942 and recaptured the area in 1945