US forces initiated a major offensive to recapture the strategic island of Corregidor during World War II. Corregidor, located at the entrance of Manila Bay, was a key bastion that had fallen to Japanese forces early in the war. The assault began with extensive artillery bombardment, aimed at softening up Japanese defenses. The operation was part of a broader strategy to expel the Japanese from the Philippines and support the overall Allied campaign in the Pacific. Troops from the US 38th Infantry Regiment bravely engaged in heavy combat against fortified positions, facing challenges from booby traps and entrenched enemy soldiers. The fighting was fierce, with the Japanese forces determined to hold their ground. However, the spirited advance of US soldiers ultimately shattered Japanese defenses, leading to the island's liberation on this date. This pivotal victory not only marked a significant military accomplishment for US forces but also boosted morale among Allied troops and demonstrated the commitment to regaining control over the Pacific theater.