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What individual was the American general who stated i shall return when the Philippines were evacuated?
It was General Douglas MacArthur (January 26, 1880 - April 5, 1964)."I said, to the people of the Philippines whence I came, I shall return. Tonight, I repeat those words: I shall return!" (After his arrival in Australia from the Philippines, March 30, 1942)"I have returned. By the grace of Almighty God, our forces stand again on Philippine soil." (On landing in Leyte, Philippines,October 17, 1944)
What American colonial possession did general MacArthur try to defend in the early days of World War 2?
General MacArthur tried to defend the US island group of the Philippines as the US fought Japan in 1941. Japan captured the Philippines in 1942.
What happened in the Battle of The Philippines?
If the question is referring to the "Philippine Insurrection" in 1900, the war lasted about two years, was bloodier than the Spanish-American War of 1898, which spawned the Philippine Insurrection; but in the end, the US defeated the insurgents. If the question is referring to the TWO Battles of the Philippines: the US Army under General MacArthur, and later General Wainwright, surrendered the Philippines to Japanese Forces in 1942. MacArthur had been evacuated, under the US President's orders, to Australia; Wainwright remained to become a POW, along with the US/Allied Forces. The last Battle of the Philippines was in 1944, in which the Philippines were liberated by the allied forces; and GEN Douglas MacArthur, kept his word, "...I shall return."
What was the Pacific island fortress that fell to Japan in May 1942?
Corregidor, in the Philippines fell to Japan in May 1942.
Why did general Douglas macauthor struggle to hold the us positions in the Philippines?
General Douglas MacArthur struggled to hold U.S. positions in the Philippines due to a combination of overwhelming Japanese military strength, logistical challenges, and inadequate resources. The rapid advance of Japanese forces, particularly in late 1941 and early 1942, caught American and Filipino defenders off guard. Additionally, the lack of reinforcements and support hindered their ability to mount a sustained defense. Ultimately, MacArthur was forced to withdraw to Australia, leaving the Philippines to fall under Japanese occupation.
When was the surrender of the American in the Philippines during world war 2?
The surrender of American forces in the Philippines during World War II took place on May 6, 1942. General Jonathan Wainwright, who had assumed command after General Douglas MacArthur's departure, surrendered his troops to the Japanese. This marked the end of the Philippines Campaign and led to the infamous Bataan Death March.
What individual was the American general who stated i shall return when the Philippines were evacuated?
It was General Douglas MacArthur (January 26, 1880 - April 5, 1964)."I said, to the people of the Philippines whence I came, I shall return. Tonight, I repeat those words: I shall return!" (After his arrival in Australia from the Philippines, March 30, 1942)"I have returned. By the grace of Almighty God, our forces stand again on Philippine soil." (On landing in Leyte, Philippines,October 17, 1944)
What American colonial possession did general MacArthur try to defend in the early days of World War 2?
General MacArthur tried to defend the US island group of the Philippines as the US fought Japan in 1941. Japan captured the Philippines in 1942.
Which was a direct consequence of the Japanese conquering the Philippines in 1942?
American and Filipino troops retreated to Bataan.
What islands did general MacArthur have to leave in 1942 but returned to in 1944?
General Douglas MacArthur had to leave the Philippines in 1942 due to the advancing Japanese forces. He famously vowed, "I shall return." He fulfilled that promise by leading the Allied invasion of the Philippines in October 1944, reclaiming the islands from Japanese occupation.
When was the city of Ruby Arizona evacuated?
It wasn't evacuated. It became a ghost town when the mine closed in 1940 and by 1942 no one lived in Ruby.
Who are the three conquerors of the Philippines?
Spanish - 1521-1898 American - 1898-1946 Save Japanese - 1942-1945
Why were Australians evacuated southwards from northern Australia in 1942?
Fear of a Japanese invasion.
When did children get evacuated in World War 2?
they were evactued in 1939 before the blitz, they then were re evacuated in 1942 when the v-1 and v-2 bombs were designed and used.
General MacArthur promised he would return and free what?
General Douglas MacArthur promised he would return and free the Philippines after being forced to evacuate during World War II in 1942. His famous declaration, "I shall return," became a rallying cry for Filipino and American forces. He fulfilled this promise when he led the liberation of the Philippines in 1944 and 1945, ultimately contributing to the defeat of Japanese forces in the region.
When did Communist insurgency in the Philippines happen?
Communist insurgency in the Philippines happened in 1942.
What was General Douglas MacArthur most known for?
Douglas MacArthur is most known for in his service in the Battle of the Philippines which took place between 1941 and 1942, he did so well as a general that he was awarded the Medal of Honor.
