Events with tag - Japanese Invasion

December 8, 1941

Fall of Philippines

The Japanese invasion of the Philippines began on December 8, 1941, following the Pearl Harbor attack. After months of fierce fighting, American and Filipino forces surrendered on May 6, 1942, marking the largest surrender in US military history.

March 11, 1942

MacArthur's Escape from Philippines

Under President Roosevelt's orders, General Douglas MacArthur executed a daring escape from the Philippines to Australia during World War II. Beginning on March 11, 1942, MacArthur and his family navigated through enemy waters in PT boats, completing a perilous 560-mile journey to reach Australia on March 17, where he made his famous promise: 'I shall return.'