MacArthur Landing Memorial

Heritage • Leyte
About this destination

A national park in Palo, Leyte, commemorating General Douglas MacArthur's historic return to the Philippines on October 20, 1944, fulfilling his famous promise 'I shall return.' Life-size bronze statues depict MacArthur and his entourage wading through the waters of Red Beach. The memorial is a powerful reminder of the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the largest naval battle in history.

Highlights
MacArthur bronze statues
WWII Red Beach landing
Largest naval battle site
Historical national park
Philippine liberation
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Details
Category Heritage
ProvinceLeyte
RegionRegion VIII - Eastern Visayas
Coordinates11.16110000, 124.95280000
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