Good questionThe Liberation of the Philippines from Japanese occupation occurred between October 20, 1944, and August 15, 1945, during World War II. It was a crucial campaign led by General Douglas MacArthur and Allied forces, aiming to free the country from Japanese control. The liberation began with the Battle of Leyte Gulf, one of the largest naval battles in history, followed by intense ground combat across the islands. Filipino guerrilla fighters played a significant role in resisting Japanese forces. The campaign ended with Japan’s surrender on September 2, 1945, marking the restoration of Philippine independence and the end of the Second Philippine Republic.