Invasion of the Philippines, December 1941 – May 1942. Imperial Japanese Army infantrymen supported by armor move to seize control of Balanga during the Battle of Bataan, January 7 – April 9 1942.

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Japanese Military Photo Archives / Alamy Stock Photo

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2RH1T91

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9507 x 6829 px | 80.5 x 57.8 cm | 31.7 x 22.8 inches | 300dpi

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8 August 2023

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