William J. Pomeroy
William J. Pomeroy | |
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Born |
November 25, 1916 Waterloo, New York |
Died |
January 12, 2009 92) London, England | (aged
William J. Pomeroy (November 25, 1916 - January 12, 2009) was an American communist and a ghost writer[1] who served the American army in the Pacific during the World War II. He has a connection with the Philippine guerillas during the war, supplying them with materials. He also organized a protest against the decision of the U.S government to treat the guerillas as enemies. He married Celia, a Filipina who is a member of the HUKBALAHAP in 1948.
Early life
William J. Pomeroy was born on November 25, 1916, in the town of Waterloo, New York. At a young age he joined the Young Communist League in 1937.
World War II
William Pomeroy had strong ties with Filipino guerillas known as HUKBALAHAP during the World War II. He supplied the guerillas with the materials they needed for the war. His wife Celia was also a guerrilla during the war. He was known to be a legendary fighter for Philippines freedom and independence. During World War II, William Pomeroy was deployed with the 5th Air Force of Douglas MacArthur.
References
- ↑ Bezkorvany, Sergei (1 June 2009). "Obituary: William J Pomeroy". The Guardian. Retrieved 4 March 2014.