The United States Manila Mint: A Type Set of the Coins & Medals of America's Forgotten Mint
The Battle of Manila (February 3, 1945 - March 3, 1945)

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: United States
Design Description: PHILIPPINES UNDER U.S. SOVEREIGNTY
Item Description: The Battle of Manila (February 3, 1945 - March 3, 1945) 20C 1938 M USA-PHIL
Full Grade: PCGS MS 64
Owner: JAA

Set Details

Custom Sets: The United States Manila Mint, Complete
The United States Manila Mint: A Type Set of the Coins & Medals of America's Forgotten Mint
Competitive Sets: JAA USA-Philippines Complete Set #3   Score: 106
Research: NGC Coin Explorer NGC Coin Price Guide
NGC US Coin Census for Philippines Under U.S. Sovereignty

Owner Comments:

The photos on this page were taken by my father in February or March 1945 during or shortly after the Battle of Manila.

The first photo shows a destroyed Japanese medium tank. Note that the turret and right track have been shot off.

The second picture shows a destroyed public building. Note the army tents and fuel drums in the foreground and the almost total destruction of the public building in the background.

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