Trail Of Tomoyuki Yamashita In Manila

The video covers the trial of General Tomoyuki Yamashita, accused of allowing mass atrocities by his troops in Manila. The defense argues that the crimes were committed against his orders, while the prosecution claims he failed to prevent them. The tribunal finds Yamashita guilty and sentences him to death, but the U.S. Supreme Court orders a stay of execution, leaving his fate uncertain.

What was General Yamashita accused of during his trial?

• Defecting to the United States

• Negotiating peace with the Allies

• Condoning mass atrocities by his troops

• Leading a successful campaign in the Philippines

What was the main point of the defense's argument?

• The prosecution had no evidence

• Yamashita had no knowledge of military operations

• The atrocities were committed in violation of Yamashita's orders

• Yamashita was not present during the atrocities

According to the prosecution, what was Yamashita's failure?

• Failure to communicate with his troops

• Failure to act to prevent foreseeable acts

• Failure to attend the trial

• Failure to negotiate with the Allies

What was the tribunal's verdict for General Yamashita?

• Exile

• Death by hanging

• Life imprisonment

• Acquittal

What action did the US Supreme Court take regarding Yamashita's case?

• Granted him a pardon

• Ordered a retrial

• Ordered a stay of execution

• Upheld the death sentence