Color Footage of Battle of Leyte

In 1944, the 6th Army returned to the Philippines after three years, marking the start of the battle to liberate the islands from Japanese control. While the land battle raged, a significant task force continued its operations following the amphibious landings. Meanwhile, the Japanese Imperial High Command devised a final plan to destroy the American Armada anchored in the region.

In what year did the 6th Army return to the Philippines?

• 1942

• 1943

• 1944

• 1945

What was the primary goal of the battle for the Philippines?

• To expand American territory

• To negotiate peace with Japan

• To liberate the islands from Japanese control

• To establish a new government

What was the main focus of the battle on land?

• Building new infrastructure

• Liberating the islands from Japanese rule

• Training new soldiers

• Establishing trade routes

What was the Japanese High Command's plan against the American fleet?

• To negotiate a truce

• To launch a final desperate attack

• To sabotage American supplies

• To retreat and regroup

Where was the American fleet anchored during the Japanese final attempt?

• Tokyo Bay

• Pearl Harbor

• Leyte Gulf

• Manila Bay