WW2 Battle of Manila 1945 Planes attack Japanese Cruiser 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 depicts a Japanese cruiser under attack by naval aircraft in Manila Bay during 1945. The image captures a dramatic moment showcasing smoke and explosions as the cruiser faces assault, indicative of the intense conflict characterized by the Battle of Manila. This battle was part of the larger operations to liberate the Philippines from Japanese forces during World War II.The Battle of Manila was one of the most significant confrontations in the Pacific Theater, occurring from February to March 1945. It was marked by fierce urban warfare, resulting in extensive destruction and significant loss of life. The successful recapture of Manila was crucial for the U.S. forces in establishing control over the Philippines and ultimately contributing to the defeat of Japanese forces in the region.Japanese cruiser attacked by Naval aircraft in Manila Bay- - - 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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Location: Carlsbad, California

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