Day of April 12, 1942
A blistering sun. Attempts at cleanliness and sanitation. Disease rampant, hunger. Thirst. Canteen of water priceless. Gen King and staff nearby. Pappy visits them. Filipino… Read More »Day of April 12, 1942
Diary of Philip T. Fry
Morning of April 11, 1942
Started North on our own. Bill my Striker along. Gave me some Quinine. Road congested (Ped. Civ. and Mil.) Trucks and artillery persecution. Arrival at… Read More »Morning of April 11, 1942
Tenth of April 1942
First appearance of Japanese soldiers. Nearly missed getting out. Assembly on Hdqts feeder road. Lose our general. Next seen in O’Donnell. March to O. Donnel… Read More »Tenth of April 1942
9th of April 1942
Day of the 9th Severe bombing and straffing of roads and areas all day. Amm. dumps active all day. Pappy explains continued aircraft activity. Night… Read More »9th of April 1942
Night of 8th-9th April, 1942
Returned to Hdqts after futile attempt to clear North, South Road. Told of decision to surrender. 2:25 AM. Destruction of ammunition dumps. Force of explosions.… Read More »Night of 8th-9th April, 1942