American Defenses of Corregidor and Manila Bay 1898–1945

American Defenses of Corregidor and Manila Bay 1898–1945 (Fortress)
- Reference Book
- Osprey Fortress #4 American Defenses Of Corregidor & Manila Bay 1898-1945 by Terrance C McGovern & Mark A Berhow
- Book has slightly yellowed
The Philippines were declared an American Territory on January 4, 1899, and fortification construction soon began on the islands in the mouth of Manila Bay. Among the sites built were Fort Mills (Corregidor), Fort Frank, and the formidable "concrete battleship" of Fort Drum. The defenses suffered constant Japanese bombardment during World War II, leading to the surrender of American forces. In 1945 the forts were manned by Japanese soldiers determined to hold out to the bitter end. This title details the fortifications of this key strategic location, and considers both their effectiveness and historical importance.
Country USA
Brand Bloomsbury
Manufacturer Osprey Publishing Ltd.
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber bibliography, glossary, index chronology
ReleaseDate 2003-02-19
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781841764276

Country	USA
Brand	Bloomsbury
Manufacturer	Osprey Publishing Ltd.
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	bibliography, glossary, index chronology
ReleaseDate	2003-02-19
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781841764276

American Defenses of Corregidor and Manila Bay 1898–1945 (Fortress)