Everyday History: Back in October 1944, Leyte was almost destroyed. Today, know the story behind the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the gateway of the Philippines’ liberation from one of the greatest wars in history. #PVBTheFightforFreedom #WWII75thLiberationTrail | Philippine Star

The Battle of Leyte The Battle of Leyte’s objective was the invasion and conquest of Leyte in the Philippines. Allied forces were under General Douglas MacArthur. Fought between 20 October 1944 and 31 December 1944, the battle was the first of the Philippine campaign from 1944 to 1945. 💥 Whereas MacArthur saw Leyte as a prelude to the invasion of Luzon, Japanese commander General Tomoyuki Yamashita saw it as an opportunity for a decisive battle. The large number of forces participating on both

Battle of Leyte Gulf 🌏 Battlefield is an American documentary series that debuted in 1994 on PBS that explores the most important battles fought primarily during the Second World War. 💥 Written by: Dave Flitton Directed by: Dave Flitton Theme music composer: David Galbraith Producers: Andy Aitken, Justin McCarthy #WW2inPH #BattleOfLeyteGulf #Leyte #LeyteGulf #Navy | World War II in the Philippines

Battle of Leyte Gulf 🌏 Battlefield is an American documentary series that debuted in 1994 on PBS that explores the most important battles fought primarily during the Second World War. 💥 Written by: Dave Flitton Directed by: Dave Flitton Theme music composer: David Galbraith Producers: Andy Aitken, Justin McCarthy #WW2inPH #BattleOfLeyteGulf #Leyte #LeyteGulf #Navy | World War II in the Philippines