Battle of Manila

The Battle of Manila, fought in 1945 during World War II, was a major conflict between Allied forces, mainly the United States and Filipino troops, and the Japanese occupying Manila, the Philippines' capital. The goal was to recapture the city from Japanese control. Intense fighting resulted in widespread destruction and significant civilian casualties. The battle lasted several weeks and ended with the Allies successfully liberating Manila, restoring it as the capital of the Philippines. This victory was crucial for decrypting Japanese defenses in the Pacific and marked a turning point in the liberation of Southeast Asia from Japanese occupation.