Japanese invasion of Zamboanga (1942 AD)

Japanese invasion of Zamboanga took place in 1942 AD during Philippines Campaign.

Battle facts

Year: 1942 AD
Date: 1942-05-01
Era: Modern
Conflict: Philippines Campaign
Commanders (A): Alvin T. Wilson, Lawrence Prichard, Jay E. Tremaine, R.D Winne, Jose D. Garcia
Commanders (B): Fugiyama Rokuzo, Irifune Naosaburo, Yamada, Yamanouchi Junnosuke
Outcome: Japanese firmly controlled the island of Mindanao until its capitulation in May 12, 1942
Coordinates: 6.904°, 122.076°