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What date is marked by the bombing of Pearl Harbor, which initiated direct conflict for the US in World War II?
What date is marked by the bombing of Pearl Harbor, which initiated direct conflict for the US in World War II?
Which of the following was a significant consequence of the Fall of Bataan?
Which of the following was a significant consequence of the Fall of Bataan?
What was the status of Manila on December 26, 1941?
What was the status of Manila on December 26, 1941?
What policy did the US and Great Britain adopt regarding their military resources during World War II?
What policy did the US and Great Britain adopt regarding their military resources during World War II?
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Which of the following locations was NOT a landing site for Japanese forces in December 1941?
Which of the following locations was NOT a landing site for Japanese forces in December 1941?
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What did Filipinos express skepticism about regarding Japanese rule?
What did Filipinos express skepticism about regarding Japanese rule?
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Who was the commander of the USAFFE forces during the defense of the Philippines?
Who was the commander of the USAFFE forces during the defense of the Philippines?
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What was a consequence faced by Filipinos under Japanese occupation as indicated in Recto's Letter?
What was a consequence faced by Filipinos under Japanese occupation as indicated in Recto's Letter?
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What significant policy did the US and Great Britain adopt during World War II concerning their military strategy?
What significant policy did the US and Great Britain adopt during World War II concerning their military strategy?
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Which event followed the bombing of Pearl Harbor that marked a definitive advance of Japanese forces in the Philippines?
Which event followed the bombing of Pearl Harbor that marked a definitive advance of Japanese forces in the Philippines?
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What was one major consequence of the Bataan surrender for Filipino and American troops?
What was one major consequence of the Bataan surrender for Filipino and American troops?
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Which public sentiment was expressed in Recto's Letter during the Japanese occupation?
Which public sentiment was expressed in Recto's Letter during the Japanese occupation?
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What was a primary drawback of the actions taken by the USAFFE forces during the initial stage of the occupation?
What was a primary drawback of the actions taken by the USAFFE forces during the initial stage of the occupation?
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What were the Japanese forces' actions that contributed to the negative perception among Filipinos?
What were the Japanese forces' actions that contributed to the negative perception among Filipinos?
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The 'Death March' resulted in what outcomes for the Filipino and American soldiers?
The 'Death March' resulted in what outcomes for the Filipino and American soldiers?
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What was one of the main reasons for declaring Manila as an Open City?
What was one of the main reasons for declaring Manila as an Open City?
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Which military unit was primarily responsible for defending the Philippines against Japanese forces initially?
Which military unit was primarily responsible for defending the Philippines against Japanese forces initially?
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Which event marked the end of organized resistance in the Philippines in 1942?
Which event marked the end of organized resistance in the Philippines in 1942?
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Study Notes
Japanese Occupation of the Philippines
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December 1941: Japan launches surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, marking the official start of World War II in the Pacific.
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Philippines: The attack on Pearl Harbor was followed by bombings of American military installations in the Philippines, including Clark Air Field, Nichols Air Field, and Sangley Point.
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National Defense Act: The Philippines had established a military defense system, including an infantry force, army air corps, and navy.
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US and Philippine Forces: United States Armed Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) commanded by General Douglas MacArthur.
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Japanese Expansion and Allies: Japan, a rising power, allied with Italy and Germany (Axis Powers).
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"Europe First" Policy: The US and Great Britain prioritized fighting Nazi Germany, allocating most resources to the European theater of war.
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Japan's "Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere": Japan aimed to establish a sphere of influence in Asia. Its invasion of the Philippines was part of this larger ambition.
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Japanese Landings:
- December 10, 1941: Japanese forces land in Vigan and Aparri.
- December 20: Landing in Davao.
- December 22: Landing in Lingayen, Pangasinan.
- December 24: Landing in Atimonan and Mauban.
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Commonwealth Evacuation: The Philippine Commonwealth government and USAFFE forces retreat to Corregidor Island and then Bataan.
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Manila Declared Open City: December 26, 1941, to avoid further destruction.
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Battle of Bataan: Filipino and American soldiers defend the Philippines for three months.
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Fall of Bataan: April 9, 1942, Filipino and American forces surrender to the Japanese.
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Bataan Death March: After the fall of Bataan, Filipino and American soldiers were forced on a brutal march from Bataan to San Fernando, Pampanga, resulting in many deaths due to hunger, dehydration, and exhaustion.
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Fall of Corregidor: May 6, 1942, the remaining USAFFE forces on Corregidor surrender to General Masaharu Homma.
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Japanese Occupation: The Philippines endured over three years of Japanese rule, marked by harsh conditions and widespread human rights abuses.
World War II in the Philippines
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Outbreak of World War II:
- December 7, 1941 (December 8 in the Philippines): Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor (Hawaii).
- Subsequent bombings of American military installations in the Philippines:
- Clark Air Field
- Nichols Air Field
- Sangley Point
- Priority: Defending the Philippines
- National Defense Act: Established a Philippine Army with reserve and active forces, army air corps, and navy.
- 1941: US and Philippine forces under command of Douglas MacArthur and the United States Armed Forces in the Far East (USAFFE).
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Japanese Invasion:
- Japan was an emerging power allied with Italy and Germany (Axis Powers)
- The US and Great Britain pursued a “Europe First” Policy, allocating most resources to fighting in Europe.
- Japan’s objective: Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere.
- Japanese forces landed:
- December 10, 1941: Vigan and Aparri.
- December 20: Davao.
- December 22: Lingayen, Pangasinan.
- December 24: Atimonan, and Mauban.
- Commonwealth government evacuated to Corregidor, and USAFFE forces withdrew to Bataan on Christmas Eve.
- Manila declared an open city on December 26.
- Filipino and American soldiers fought Japanese forces for three months.
- April 9, 1942: Bataan forces surrendered.
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The Death March:
- Filipino and American troops marched from Bataan to San Fernando, Pampanga.
- Many died due to hunger, dehydration, and exhaustion.
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Fall of Corregidor:
- May 6 1942: Remaining USAFFE forces under Commander-in-Chief Jonathan Wainwright surrendered to General Masaharu Homma.
Japanese Occupation
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Japanese promises of independence and autonomy did not match reality:
- Filipinos began doubting Japan’s promises.
- Brutalities against Filipinos:
- Public beatings for minor offenses.
- Brutal killings and sexual violence, especially against women and children.
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Test your knowledge about the Japanese occupation of the Philippines during World War II. This quiz covers events leading up to the occupation, key military strategies, and the political context of the time. Challenge yourself on what you know about this critical period in Philippine history.
