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The document summarizes key events in the early days of the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in World War 2. It describes how MacArthur anticipated an attack but opportunities to prepare defenses were missed due to a party. The Japanese then swiftly destroyed American air forces and began invading the islands by land and air. Manila was bombed despite being declared an open city. MacArthur ordered troops to withdraw to Bataan as the Japanese occupied more territory and imposed martial law.
- Author
- Kel Sarmiento
- Language
- EN