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During World War II, General Douglas MacArthur served as the commander of Allied forces in the Philippines. After the Japanese invasion in 1941, he initially led a defensive campaign but was forced to retreat to Australia in March 1942, famously declaring, "I shall return." MacArthur returned to the Philippines in October 1944, leading a successful campaign to liberate the islands from Japanese occupation, culminating in the significant Battle of Leyte Gulf. His efforts were instrumental in restoring control over the Philippines and contributing to the eventual defeat of Japan.

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