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Which Marine units were stationed at Corregidor when the island fell to the Japanese on 6 May 1942?
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The 4th Marine Regiment was on Corregidor when the island was surrendered by Gen. Wainwright, May 6, 1942. Richard V. Horrell WW 2 Connections.com
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