General Douglas MacArthur wanted to capture several islands, including New Britain, New Ireland[?], and the Admiralties[?], during World War II - Pacific Theater
... As of the census of 2000, there are 5,013 people, 1,455 households, and 1,223 families residing in the town. The population density is 1,433.7/km² (3,704.7/mi²). ...