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Coverage dated October 20, 2026

Today in History: October 20, MacArthur returns to the Philippines

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Today is Tuesday, Oct. 20, the 293rd day of 2026. There are 72 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 20, 1944, Gen. Douglas MacArthur waded ashore in his return to the Philippines against Japanese forces in World War II, fulfilling a promise he made (“I shall return”) after being ordered …

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  1. The Boston Globe

    Today in history: MacArthur returns to the Philippines (opens The Boston Globe)

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    Today is Tuesday, Oct. 20, the 293rd day of 2026. There are 72 days left in the year.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Today in History: October 20, MacArthur returns to the Philippines (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Today is Tuesday, Oct. 20, the 293rd day of 2026. There are 72 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 20, 1944, Gen. Douglas MacArthur waded ashore in his return to the Philippines against Japanese forces in World War II, fulfilling a promise he made (“I shall return”) after being ordered …

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