17 Feb. ’45
Martin type enemy planes again appeared. Due to our machinegun fire they hurriedly flew away.The 1st tank unit departed. There may be support from our… Read More »17 Feb. ’45
Diary of Unidentified Japanese Naval Person
16 Feb. ’45
One Martin shot down. One heavy tank is seen … the enemy comes fighting vigorously and bravely using superior weapons. The automatic rifle is one… Read More »16 Feb. ’45
15 Feb. ’45
Friendly planes cannot be used. Tanks approach, it becomes a fierce fight. We have many disadvantages. Five men from this Machine Gun Unit went to… Read More »15 Feb. ’45
14 Feb. ’45
According to reports our troops to the rear are said to be preparing for a general attack. It seems that we may have support from… Read More »14 Feb. ’45
13 Feb. ’45
The enemy approaches closer and closer; concurrently, we cannot cope with the enemy’s concentrated fire. Positions and houses are either destroyed or burnt. It is… Read More »13 Feb. ’45
12 Feb. ’45
It is said that the main strength of our Army Forces is to the rear of the enemy and is preparing for a general attack.… Read More »12 Feb. ’45
11 Feb. ’45
Empire Day. Since today in Empire Day we can count on a general attack carried out by our troops. Several dozen enemy planes attacked. Fierce… Read More »11 Feb. ’45
10 Feb. ’45
According to Headquarters we will carry out at least a desperate stand. Part of the enemy tank unit was driven back. Several dozen enemy planes… Read More »10 Feb. ’45
9 Feb. ’45
“No water”, we cannot use the water from the water main. Quenched my thirst with muddy water. The enemy motorized unit approaches –We will withdraw to… Read More »9 Feb. ’45