January 13, 1942
Still no bombing here, although they are getting it all the time in Bataan. Of course, the planes being used over there are only observation,… Read More »January 13, 1942
Still no bombing here, although they are getting it all the time in Bataan. Of course, the planes being used over there are only observation,… Read More »January 13, 1942
I feel rather out of sorts today with this cold. It is making good progress. Have been in to see the doctor but the stuff… Read More »January 12, 1942
Another bombless day. Everyone is wondering what is keeping the Japs away for so long. They haven’t even bombed Bataan. However, I suppose they will… Read More »January 9, 1942
A beautiful sunrise this morning. This is one of the most magnificent settings imaginable, from a scenic point of view. Islands, mountains, sea, tropical foliage—one… Read More »January 7, 1942
First contact with enemy. Went up to see how 1st & 3rd Bn Aid Stations were functioning. 2nd Bn in reserve. Glattly and Peters went… Read More »Jan. 4th, 1942
NEW YEAR’S DAY, what will 1942 bring for us. Many promotions in regiment today. No contact with enemy yet but considerable Japanese aerial observation.
Promoted to rank of Major; first war promotion in the 57th. Helped Raulston take care of bomb casualties from ORANI. What a sight.
Left Del Carmen 9:00 PM 12/24 for position in vicinity of Angeles. Regt. C.P. 1 KM north of PORAC. Plenty of enemy aerial activity but… Read More »Dec. 24-30, 1941