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MacArthur's Return to the Philippines, w/ Dr. Peter Mansoor (E43)

The Operational Arch

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Strategic Insights from World War II's Philippines Campaign

This chapter examines the complexities of the amphibious campaign in the Philippines during World War II, highlighting MacArthur's leadership, civil affairs efforts, and the emergence of a guerrilla movement. It critiques MacArthur's public persona while analyzing tactical challenges and strategic decisions that influenced not only the war efforts in the Philippines but also contemporary military thinking.

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