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Battle of Manila
1945 • Luzon Stadtkampf
Historical Overview
Only major urban battle; destruction of the capital.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Allied victory.
USA/Philippines
- Commander: Douglas MacArthur
- Strength: 35000
- Casualties: 1010
Japanese Navy
- Commander: Sanji Iwabuchi †
- Strength: 17000
- Casualties: 16000
Strategic Context
Liberation of the Philippines from Japanese occupation.
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