The Biggest Naval Battle in History: Leyte Gulf 1944 (WW2 Documentary)

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By late 1944, US forces in the Pacific  are within striking distance of the Japanese-occupied Philippines. The islands  are vital for the Japanese as they provide war materials and a link to the oil  supplies in the Dutch East Indies. In summer, US commanders finally resolve  their debates about where to attack and confirm General Douglas MacArthur... Read More