Note 76 — Chapter V · A Day: 20 October 1944
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News of the success of the American forces in establishing a beachhead on Leyte—the first foothold in the Philippine Islands—was joyfully received by the American nation. The President radioed congratulations to General MacArthur and added, “You have the nation’s gratitude and the nation’s prayers for success as you and your men fight your way back....” 76