Fall of the Philippines (dec 8, 1941 – may 8, 1942)
Description:
The Japanese launched an invasion to take control the Philippines. The Japanese troops were out numbered 3-2 by allied forces. However these allied forces were a mix of non-combat experienced regular, national guard, constabulary and newly created Commonwealth units.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 8, 1941
may 8, 1942
~ 5 months