Douglas MacArthur and other military officials arrive in Tokyo for flag-raising ceremony in 1945

Douglas MacArthur and other military officials arrive in Tokyo for flag-raising ceremony in 1945

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The transcript describes the official entry of Admiral Halsey into Tokyo, accompanied by General Krueger and General Eichelberger. It outlines the housing arrangements for the GIS in Tokyo, including the use of the emperor's guards' barracks and the American embassy lawn. Additionally, it mentions the preparation efforts by Japanese civilian laborers for the first Cavalry's 8th Division.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which military leaders were involved in the official entry into Tokyo?

General Dwight Eisenhower, Admiral Ernest King, and General Omar Bradley

Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, General Hideki Tojo, and Lieutenant General Tomoyuki Yamashita

General Douglas MacArthur, Admiral Chester Nimitz, and General George Patton

Admiral WF Halsey, General Walter Krueger, and Lieutenant General Robert J Eichelberger

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where were the GIS planned to be housed during their stay in Tokyo?

In local hotels and inns

In the barracks of the emperor's guards and on the American embassy lawn

In temporary tents set up in public parks

In the homes of local Japanese families

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the American embassy lawn in the accommodation plans?

It was used for military parades

It hosted diplomatic meetings

It was converted into a training ground

It served as a housing area for the GIS

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of Japanese civilian laborers in preparation for the first Cavalry's 8th Division?

They prepared accommodations and facilities

They were involved in military training exercises

They provided translation services

They were tasked with building new roads

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which division was being prepared for by the Japanese civilian laborers?

The 3rd Armored Division

The 8th Division of the first Cavalry

The 101st Airborne Division

The 1st Infantry Division