The total strength of the United States Army, as of 31 December 1942, was estimated at 5,398,000 Of this total number, approximately 1,061,000 officers and enlisted men were stationed outside of the continental United States. The month-by-month number is shown in the following table and chart, together with the percentage ratio of overseas troops at monthly intervals, for the period from November 1941 through December 1942. Appendix D
Monthly Distribution of Total Army Strength in Continental United States and Overseas, From November 1941 Through December 1942
(In Thousands)
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