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Escape from Davao: 1943

2013-05-08 · 57 min · Not rated

Documentary · War · TV Movie

April 4, 1943, ten American prisoners of war and two Filipino convicts executed a daring escape from one of Japan's most notorious prison camps.

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Directors
Tim Gray
Production companies
Tim Gray Media
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United States of America
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Dale DyeDale DyeNarrator

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