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Terrain handbook 44: Lucena (Philippine series)

Allied Geographical Section (AGS), Southwest Pacific Area

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Terrain handbook 44: Lucena (Philippine series)

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This document, Terrain Handbook 44, is a classified military intelligence report prepared by the Allied Geographical Section (AGS) of the Southwest Pacific Area (SWPA), operating under the command of General Douglas MacArthur. Dated November 30, 1944, the handbook was created to provide "basic topographical information of military interest for the use of officers in forward areas" during the strategic push to retake the Philippines.

The book is considered valuable. It is advised that researchers use digital copy rather than physical books for preservation purposes.

APA Citation:

Allied Geographical Section, Southwest Pacific Area. (1944). Terrain handbook 44: Lucena (Philippine series). General Headquarters, Southwest Pacific Area.

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