Today in World War II History—Dec. 26, 1941

Manila, Philippines, declared an open city 26 Dec 1941 (US Army Center of Military History)

75 Years Ago—Dec. 26, 1941: Gen. Douglas MacArthur proclaims Manila an open city.

Winston Churchill becomes first British Prime Minister to address a joint session of US Congress.

Blackout pointers are distributed in San Francisco.