World War II fighting in Manila, and Douglas MacArthur with Filipino president-in-exile Sergio Osmena in 1944

The video discusses the historical context of islands under foreign rule, focusing on the Japanese invasion during World War II. It highlights the successful efforts of U.S. forces and Filipino guerrillas in defeating the Japanese in 1944. The narrative concludes with General Douglas MacArthur leading President Sergio Osmena ashore, marking a victorious moment.

Which nation had control over the islands before the Japanese were defeated?

• Spain

• United States

• Japan

• China

In what year were the Japanese forces defeated in the Philippines?

• 1941

• 1942

• 1944

• 1943

Who assisted the U.S. forces in defeating the Japanese?

• Chinese soldiers

• Filipino guerrillas

• Australian forces

• British troops

Who was the exiled president that returned to the Philippines?

• Sergio Osmeña

• Manuel Quezon

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Ferdinand Marcos

Which general led the return of the exiled president to the Philippines?

• General Patton

• General Bradley

• General MacArthur

• General Eisenhower