The True Story Of How Lt Col James Cushing And His Filipino Guerrillas Captured Yamashita

In 1945, the Philippines was a battleground in the Pacific War. The Japanese had occupied the country for three years, and the fighting was fierce. But in the mountains of Northern Luzon, a group of Filipino guerrillas was preparing to strike a blow against the Japanese that would change the course of the war.

Cushing's Coup: The True Story of How Lt. Col. James Cushing and His Filipino Guerrillas Captured Japan's Plan Z and Changed the Course of the Pacific War

by John Hopkins

4.5 out of 5

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The guerrillas were led by Lt. Col. James Cushing, a former U.S. Army officer who had escaped from a Japanese prison camp. Cushing had organized the guerrillas into a formidable fighting force, and they had been carrying out a campaign of sabotage and hit-and-run attacks against the Japanese.

In early 1945, Cushing received intelligence that General Tomoyuki Yamashita, the notorious Japanese commander known as the "Tiger of Malaya," was hiding in the mountains of Northern Luzon. Yamashita was one of the most wanted men in the Pacific, and his capture would be a major victory for the Allies.

Cushing and his guerrillas set out to capture Yamashita. They traveled through dense jungle and over treacherous mountain terrain. They faced constant danger from Japanese patrols, but they pressed on. They finally located Yamashita's headquarters in a small village in the mountains.

On September 2, 1945, Cushing and his guerrillas attacked Yamashita's headquarters. The battle was fierce, but the guerrillas eventually overwhelmed the Japanese defenders. Yamashita was captured and taken into custody.

The capture of Yamashita was a major victory for the Allies. It helped to end the war in the Philippines and hasten the Japanese surrender. Cushing and his guerrillas were hailed as heroes, and they were awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for their bravery and determination.

The story of how Lt. Col. James Cushing and his Filipino guerrillas captured Yamashita is a true story of courage, determination, and resilience. It is a story that should be remembered and celebrated.

If you are interested in learning more about this fascinating story, I highly recommend reading the book "The True Story Of How Lt Col James Cushing And His Filipino Guerrillas Captured Yamashita" by Robert Lyman. The book provides a detailed account of the mission and the events leading up to it.

Cushing's Coup: The True Story of How Lt. Col. James Cushing and His Filipino Guerrillas Captured Japan's Plan Z and Changed the Course of the Pacific War

by John Hopkins

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	23424 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	358 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE