11-208 Garand Picture of the Day - Manila, Luzon, Philippines

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GIs taking a breather after their victory having taken a building during the battle for Manila, liberation of the Philippines during WWII.
Location: Manila, Luzon, Philippines
Date taken: 1945
Photographer: Carl Mydans

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American soldier crouching low while running past corpse of a Japanese soldier killed during the battle for control of the Philippines.
Location: Manila, Luzon, Philippines
Date taken: February 1945
Photographer: Carl Mydans

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A squad leader points out a suspected Japanese position at edge of Baleta Pass, near Baugio, Luzon, P.I., where troops of the 25th Inf. Div. are in fierce combat with the enemy. 23 March 1945