The Battle of Corregidor took place during World War II from May 5 to May 6, 1942. It was a significant conflict between the forces of the United States and Japan, occurring on the island of Corregidor in the Philippines. The battle aimed to defend the island, which served as a key military outpost for the U.S. and Filipino forces against the advancing Japanese army. Despite fierce resistance, the American and Filipino defenders were ultimately overwhelmed by the superior numbers and firepower of the Japanese forces. The fall of Corregidor marked a crucial point in the Japanese campaign to capture the Philippines, leading to the eventual surrender of U.S. forces in the region.