Episode 307-Prelude to the Fall of the Philippines

Published: Dec. 6, 2020, 11:53 p.m.

b"With the Japanese Empire deciding to invade to the south, the American fighters and bombers, under Gen. Douglas MacArthur's command in The Philippines must be taken out first. Previously, the American defense plan had been to fight a holding action, but MacArthur has changed this to meet the enemy on the beaches of Luzon. Only time would tell if this was the correct course of action.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices"