Military planning—Philippines—Negros Oriental: military readiness and strategic operational plans (January – February 1945)

This collection of military documents outlines the strategic planning and operational readiness of the 73rd Provincial Division under the 7th Military District of the United States Forces in the Philippines (USFIP) during the final stages of the Japanese occupation in World War II. The records detail specific tactical maneuvers, such as the plan to capture the Sibulan-Campaclan area and the shifting of the 75th Infantry to Guihulngan to support the 72nd Division. These plans provide a rare, context-rich look into the local coordination between organized guerrilla units and the broader US military command, highlighting the use of local geography (e.g., Dumaguete, Bais, and Tanjay) for defense against expected enemy movements. The documents further emphasize the logistical complexities of the era, detailing the "exploitation of natural resources" and the "milling of corn by civilians" to support the troops, reflecting the deep integration of the military effort with the local civilian culture and economy of Negros Oriental.

The manuscript 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). The guerrilla resistance movement on Panay and neighboring islands (Report No. FN 96). General Headquarters, Southwest Pacific Area.