WW2 Battle of Manila 1945 US Army Marines aerial near misses Original Photo

Description: An original, first-generation photograph from a stunning war photo collection compiled by friend of the USMC, Marion Fischer. This photograph was taken by US forces during the Battle of Manila in 1945.Type & Size: A 4.5x3 original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition. Please see photos. The back side has remnants of having been glued into a photo album. Esp. Yellow glue.This photograph captures a significant moment during the Battle of Manila in 1945, showcasing the aftermath of a destructive event. The image depicts a scene with explosions and flying debris, illustrating the intense combat experienced during the liberation of Manila from Japanese occupation. This particular battle was part of a broader campaign in the Philippines during World War II, highlighting the fierce fighting and the toll it took on the city.The Battle of Manila was a crucial campaign, marking a pivotal point in the Philippines' history. The fighting was characterized by urban warfare, with both American and Japanese forces engaged in brutal street-to-street combat. The battle resulted in substantial casualties and devastation, particularly affecting the civilian population. Estimates suggest that tens of thousands of Filipino civilians lost their lives during this period, making it one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Theater of World War II.Cynthia Marie Marshall's name appears on the reverse side of the photograph, indicating a possible personal connection to the event or its aftermath. The note states, "Many were missed today," which may imply a memorial context, suggesting that this photograph captures the somber reality of those who were lost or affected during the battle.- - - This photograph originates from a massive Type 1 photo collection compiled by Mrs Marion Fischer. It contained over 500 mostly Navy & USMC press and personal photos spanning from Pearl Harbor through the Korean War. A number of these photos appear to have never been published. During World War II Marion Fischer worked with the Emergency Aid of Pennsylvania. On her own, she started a project to provide kits for Marines. She wrote to her friends as well as celebrities to appeal for money for these kits that held toilet articles, writing paper, and a picture frame. Once the war ended, Mrs. Fischer found herself with the beginnings of a collection of letters from military officials. She again started writing letters to Marine Corps officers asking for items she could add to her collection. She mainly received photographs and biographical notes. Later, she was able to obtain war souvenirs. She displayed this collection in her home and opened it up to Marines wanting to view the holdings. Much of her collection is now part of the USMC archives referenced as Coll/858. Other parts of it, such as this photo collection, were sold by her estate. Many of the photos in this collection were sent in to her by an incredible list of high ranking personnel including fleet Admiral Nimitz, Rear Admiral James Fife, and scores of others.

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