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Truman Promises Aid to Philippines
This post-war account of the United States and Philippines relationship describes a commitment from President Truman to aid the Philippines in rebuilding their war-torn nation.
Saga of Juan, Filipino Guerrilla
This article glorifies the Filipino guerrilla for his efforts throughout the battles in the Philippines. Filipino forces exhibit greater unity under the direction of MacArthur and constantly tried to get information to the United States about…
Filipinos Uneasy on Independence
This describes the Filipino arguments either for or against independence. The devastation of the Pacific War on the environment of the Philippines leaves this potentially new nation increasingly vulnerable so some political leaders begin to question…
The Philippines Await their D-Day
This article is from the perspective of a Filipino general and describes the sacrifices made by Filipino forces since the surrender of American soldiers in 1942. General Romulo argues the Filipino's effort awaits the arrival of more American forces…
The Killer of Bataan
This article describes the Japanese official responsible for the Bataan Death March. General Tomoyuki Yamashita took over command from Lieutenant General Homma and is presumed to be responsible for the attack on Bataan and the death march that…
MacArthur of the Philippines
This article is a specific report on General MacArthur's actions throughout the war on the Pacific. MacArthur's intentions are described as patriotic and inspiration for both American and Filipino forces throughout the Philippines.
Bataan Torturers Trapped on Leyte
This article describes MacArthur's determination to revenge American forces and Filipino guerrilla's who died and fought during the Battle of Bataan in the spring of 1942. MacArthur targeted the Japanese soldiers who were responsible for the deaths…
50,000 Taken Prisoner
This serves as an official casualty report of those who died in Bataan both American and Filipino, male and female. This report was provided in 1944 so information of those who were killed before and after the surrender of Bataan forces did not come…
MacArthur Marks Fall of Bataan By New Vow to Retake Philippines
General MacArthur makes a vow to return to the Philippines during the year anniversary of his forced departure from the island. MacArthur's statement is the only recognition of the anniversary of the fall of Bataan in Australia, where MacArthur and…
Philippine Editor: Before Bataan and After
A book review of Before Bataan and After, by Frederic S. Marquardt. Marquardt was a Filipino who survived Bataan and describes the scene of battle and the role of America's interests in country.