Philippines campaign (1944–1945)

October 20, 1944 – August 15, 1945 · Philippines

Result Allied victory

American and Filipino forces retook the Philippines from Japan, starting with landings on Leyte. The fighting on Luzon and in Manila caused very heavy military and civilian losses.

Allies

Axis

Other

Strength and losses

Casualties
72,000

United States Strength 1,250,000

Mexico Strength 300 · Casualties c. 10

Units

Battles 7