January 2, 1942
The looting is terrible, the disarmed police powerless. The Japanese are expected in the city this afternoon or evening. Wish to get it over with… Read More »January 2, 1942
Intramuros
March 18, 1945
I visited Muntinlupa, the new prison site. Not a political or criminal prisoner was left. When the Americans were about to arrive, they were liquidated… Read More »March 18, 1945
March 10, 1945
The diary is not doing so well. The days dash by so quickly. It will be a month tomorrow since we in Pasay first saw… Read More »March 10, 1945
March 10, 1945
The main body of Japs are in the walled city and have taken many civilians with them. These have butchered ruthlessly.
Feb. 24, Sat., 1945
It is reported that Japs in Walled City surrendered; I got a pass and went with Private Henry Lanigan of the First Cav. Div., by… Read More »Feb. 24, Sat., 1945
February 24, 1945
The final and thorough attack on Intramuros was effected yesterday. After the artillery assault, the most thunderous and terrifying we had ever heard over this… Read More »February 24, 1945
Feb. 23, Friday, 1945
Shelling from behind our Camp into Walled City is a continuous roar.
Feb. 21, Wednesday, 1945
Stayed in Camp, boys went out to look for Arthur in hospitals but did not find him. Battle of Manila still rages, in Walled City… Read More »Feb. 21, Wednesday, 1945
February 21, 1945
Weeks have passed since the start of a thorough attack on the south of the Pasig. The battle was bloody and although there were heaps… Read More »February 21, 1945