Historical Events tagged with "jonathanwainwright"
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Military & Warfare
Japanese Forces Capture Manila in WWII
January 2nd, 1942 83 years ago
Japanese forces captured Manila, the capital of the Philippines, marking a significant turning point in the Pacific conflict. The invasion began in December 1941, and by early January 1942, Japanese troops had effectively secured control of the city. The fall of Manila enabled Japan to consolidate its power in the Philippines and was a direct result of their broader strategy of expansion in Southeast Asia during World War II.
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