Philippines Campaign

The Philippines Campaign refers to the military operations during World War II that occurred in the Philippines from 1941 to 1942. Following the Japanese invasion shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor, American and Filipino forces fought to defend the islands. Despite initial resistance, the campaign concluded with the fall of Bataan and Corregidor in 1942, leading to a brutal occupation by Japan. This campaign was marked by significant battles and heroic efforts but ultimately ended in surrender, resulting in widespread suffering and the infamous Bataan Death March. The campaign was vital in shaping subsequent Allied strategies in the Pacific.