KnowraBattle of Leyte GulfLinked fromLinked fromThe 15 pages that link to Battle of Leyte Gulf, each with the reason it gives.All 15Broader topic 6Related 8Narrower topic 1Douglas MacArthurBroader topic: It protected the landing that began MacArthur’s return to the Philippines.Imperial Japanese NavyBroader topic: Japan committed much of its remaining fleet in a failed effort to disrupt the Allied invasion of the Philippines.Chester W. NimitzBroader topic: Nimitz’s forces supported the campaign while coordinating with MacArthur’s Southwest Pacific command.KamikazeBroader topic: Organized kamikaze attacks began during this campaign as Japan faced worsening naval losses.World War II in the PacificBroader topic: The Allied victory helped isolate Japan from its southern resource areas.William Halsey Jr.Broader topic: Halsey commanded the Third Fleet during the battle and faced criticism over its northern pursuit.