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The platoon's night crossing seized the bridge - and bought the landing
A US platoon must seize a critical bridge on Negros Island before dawn, or the main landing of the Pacific War campaign will stall.
The platoon's night crossing seized the bridge - and bought the landing
This episode explores a lesser-examined campaign of the Pacific War, focusing on the rapid exploitation of the Philippine Visayas and the human cost behind the headlines. It delves into the decisions made under extreme time pressure and the moments when plans nearly unraveled.
Date: March 29, 1945
Location: Negros, Philippine Visayas
Event: Platoon night crossing
Objective: Secure Bago River…
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