February 9, 1942
The Japs opened up on Corregidor again today and fired quite a number of rounds. I was outside for a short time while they were… Read More »February 9, 1942
Abucay
Jan. 24th, 1942
Withdrawal of the 57th from Abucay to vicinity Mt. Natib. Left Abucay at about 9:00 P.M. Traffic jam in BALANGA. While in town enemy opened… Read More »Jan. 24th, 1942
Dec. 30th-Jan. 24th, 1942
Arrived Abucay 5:00 A.M. 12/30; preparation of Abucay defense position. C.P. 300 yds West of church in Abucay. Immediately began digging fox holes.
Jan. 5-23, 1942
Constantly engaged with enemy. Both sides suffering considerable number of casualties. Enemy snipers inflicting damage to our men especially officers. Capt McCurdy D.C. killed by… Read More »Jan. 5-23, 1942
January 23, 1942
The situation does not appear to have improved as things stand tonight. On the front of the I Corps the Japs still have the 1st… Read More »January 23, 1942
January 20, 1942
It has been a beautiful day—quiet and peaceful as far as Corregidor is concerned. So far as I know not a plane has been over… Read More »January 20, 1942
January 10, 1942
Another bombless day. Had one air alarm this p.m. and learned that 23 Jap planes were reported in vicinity of Mariveles, but none visited us.… Read More »January 10, 1942
January 9, 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
January 8, 1942
A very quiet day as far as I am concerned. We had no bombing again today, which caused much speculation as to reasons. My idea… Read More »January 8, 1942