August 8th 1944 - Guam liberation day.
Spain in 1898 (Spanish-American War), then liberated from Japanese occupation by the U.S. in 1944 during WWII (Guam was invaded by Japan 1941 soon after Pearl Harbor was attacked).
japanese occupation in the Philippines
Japanese Occupation (1942-1945)
Guam celebrates July 21st as Liberation Day, commemorating the island's liberation from Japanese occupation during World War II in 1944. This day marks the end of a brutal occupation that lasted nearly three years, and it honors the sacrifices made by both local residents and American forces. The celebration includes parades, cultural events, and various community activities, reflecting the resilience and spirit of the Guamanian people.
The Japanese High Command.
After the Japanese acquired it in WW2... in 1944 at the end of the way it was turned back to US hands and is an organized unincorporated territory.
Guam is a popular destination for Japanese tourist and many other Asian countries.
Japanese occupation of Hong Kong was created in 1941.
Guam is technically a part of the USA. During World War II the Japanese took over Guam for a period of two years. The Americans fought the Japanese in a very fierce battle. The battle was to fight for the Independence of Guam. This day became Liberation Day for Guam. And that is why Guam is technically a part of the USA. Addendum to above answer: Speaking strictly in terms of geography, Guam is an island and is therefore not part of a continent.
'Guamu e youkoso.'
Life was just a toy to Japanese during Japanese Occupation they give those POW only some food
The Japanese Occupation began on 15 Feb 1942, after the British surrendered Singapore to the Japanese.