March 17, 1942
Well, we got Gen. MacArthur and his staff moved at least, and that is one thing off my mind. They arrived in Australia today. It… Read More »March 17, 1942
1942
March 17, 1942
The hundredth day of the war—another Hundred Days ended the career of Napoleon who thought he was supreme. It’s going to take us a little… Read More »March 17, 1942
March 17, 1942
Wrote letters to parents and Jean, also made out will. Have a fair estate and it will get larger daily.
Tuesday, March 17, 1942
Saint Patrick’s Day—but a big day—100th day of war and General MacArthur placed in command of all forces in Far East. Optimism high. We’ve felt,… Read More »Tuesday, March 17, 1942
March 16, 1942
I am still up to my ears trying to move Gen. MacArthur, and now I have to try to move President Quezon too. His boat… Read More »March 16, 1942
Monday, March 16, 1942
The first shelling of our small island, San Carlos shelled by Japanese destroyer which drew up to pier, threw rope over bow, and towed away… Read More »Monday, March 16, 1942
March 16, 1942 — Monday
At 1:30 a.m. Colonel Nieto woke me up to show me a telegram informing us that five enemy ships accompanied by a submarine flashing a… Read More »March 16, 1942 — Monday
March 15, 1942
Gen. Moore is continuing the mess which was vacated by Gen. MacArthur, thank goodness, and invited me to continue as a member. Most of the… Read More »March 15, 1942