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Writer Says Plea on Bataan Was for "Chow" and Planes
Describes the men of Bataan and the starvation they faced before they surrendered to Japan.
Wainwright Saves 3,500 on Bataan: Japanese Cruiser, 2D Ship Sunk: British Carrier Lost Off Ceylon
Gives numbers for those lost during the Battle of Bataan and shows images of Japanese prisoners and Filipino soldiers.
Two US Officers Inspire Filipinos
A US officer inspiring Filipino soldiers to continue to fight against Japanese forces.
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.
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 Philippine Republic
This article describes the day the Philippines gained their independence from the United States. The author describes the Filipino's difficult road to freedom and the devastation of World War II on the physical landscape of the new nation.
The Philippine Bills
This article describes the necessity for the United States Congress to pass two bills in order to aid the Philippines in their recovery after World War II. Congress is scolded for their delay as Philippine Independence arrives fast.
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…
The Filipinos: Their Aims, Aspirations, Accomplishments
This article describes the Filipino after the close of World War II. Written by Gen. Wainwright, this book review of General Carlos P. Romulo's second book reveals an American general's perspective of a leader from the Philippines and the noble…
The Filipino Ponders
Includes a detailed description of the physical appearance of Filipinos, and discusses why Filipinos would desire independence or a continued relationship with the United States in the wake of Japanese militarization in Asia.