apr 9, 1942 - Battle of Bataan
Description:
where: Bataanwho was involved: US, Japan, America, Philippines and Filipinos
what happened in the battle: Commanding General Douglas MacArthur promised the Filipino soldiers recourses when they ran out but never gave it to them. This left them very defenseless against the Japanese. They suffered from disease, hunger, wounds, and death. when them and the US surrendered. The Philippine scouts were in a very position.
who won: Japan
what was the result of the battle: put the Philippine scouts in a bad position.
Why was the battle important: established Japan as a threat.
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Date:
apr 9, 1942
Now
~ 84 years ago