In August 1942, the 14th Division was sent back to Manchukuo, and assigned to garrison duty. As the situation in the Pacific War against the United States continued to deteriorate, the Supreme War Council began transferring forces out of Manchukuo to the southern operational areas.
In August 1942, the 14th Division was returned to Manchukuo, and assigned to defensive duties. As the situation in the Pacific War against the United States continued to worsen, the Supreme War Council began transferring forces out of Manchukuo to southern combat zones.