Operation Catechism

Operation Catechism was a military raid conducted by the United States on the Philippine island of Samar during World War II. Occurring in October 1944, it targeted Japanese forces to weaken their hold on the Pacific region. The operation involved precise naval and aerial attacks on Japanese positions, aiming to disrupt their supply lines and military operations. It played a strategic role in the broader campaign to liberate the Philippines from Japanese occupation, showcasing coordinated international military efforts to regain control of key territories in the Pacific theater.