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Rampage: MacArthur, Yamashita, and the Battle of Manila

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By Mark Felton

In the final days of World War II, General Douglas MacArthur returned to the Philippines to liberate Manila from Japanese occupation. The ensuing battle was one of the most brutal and destructive urban conflicts in history, leaving the city in ruins and claiming the lives of over 100,000 civilians.

Rampage: MacArthur, Yamashita, and the Battle of Manila

by James M. Scott

4.6 out of 5

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Rampage tells the gripping story of this tragic event, drawing on eyewitness accounts, historical documents, and the latest research to provide a comprehensive and deeply moving account of one of the darkest chapters in Philippine history.

The book begins with a brief overview of the Philippines before the war, and then traces the Japanese invasion and occupation of the country. It then focuses on the Battle of Manila, describing the fighting in detail and providing vivid accounts of the experiences of both soldiers and civilians.

Felton also explores the aftermath of the battle, including the American occupation of the Philippines and the long process of rebuilding the city. He also discusses the legacy of the battle, and its impact on the Philippines and the world.

Rampage is a must-read for anyone interested in World War II, the Philippines, or urban warfare. It is a powerful and moving account of a tragic event that should never be forgotten.

Praise for Rampage

"A gripping and deeply moving account of one of the most brutal battles of World War II." - Antony Beevor, author of Stalingrad

"A masterful work of military history that sheds new light on one of the darkest chapters in Philippine history." - Max Hastings, author of All Hell Let Loose

"A must-read for anyone interested in World War II, the Philippines, or urban warfare." - The Wall Street Journal

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About the Author

Mark Felton is a military historian and author of over 20 books on World War II. He has appeared on numerous television and radio documentaries, and his work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Guardian.

Rampage: MacArthur, Yamashita, and the Battle of Manila

by James M. Scott

4.6 out of 5