-What was General MacArthur's primary purpose in inviting the press to photograph him in this carefully choreographed act after his return to the Philippines in 1944?
A) to instill pride and confidence in the troops
B) to encourage U.S. leadership to abandon its "Europe First" strategy
C) to intimidate his Japanese enemies
D) to satisfy his own ego

Question

-What was General MacArthur's primary purpose in inviting the press to photograph him in this carefully choreographed act after his return to the Philippines in 1944?
A) to instill pride and confidence in the troops 
B) to encourage U.S. leadership to abandon its "Europe First" strategy 
C) to intimidate his Japanese enemies 
D) to satisfy his own ego

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

General MacArthur's primary purpose in inviting the press to photograph him during his return to the Philippines was to instill pride and confidence in the troops and the public. This act was symbolic, demonstrating the fulfillment of his promise to return and liberate the Philippines from Japanese occupation, thereby boosting morale.

-What Was General MacArthur's Primary Purpose in Inviting the Press