Vichy French Surrender to British in Diego Suarez, Madagascar

The British successfully occupy Madagascar in a strategic move to prevent Japanese invasion, with the support of the United States. The French troops on the island, largely anti-Vichy, surrender with little resistance. The local population remains indifferent. The British assure the islanders that Madagascar will be held in trust for France until the end of the war. The occupation involves minimal damage, primarily military, and British forces maintain vigilance through systematic patrols. Madagascar remains under British control, ensuring the United Nations supply line in Africa stays open.

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