Shigeyasu Suzuki

Japanese general in World War II

Shigeyasu Suzuki - Japanese general in World War II
Born

September 1st, 1886
138 years ago

Died

1957
68 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Japan

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A general in the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II, contributed to the defense strategies in the Pacific Theater. Commanded the Japanese forces during the Battle of the Philippines in 1944. Involved in planning military operations against Allied forces, particularly in the Philippines campaign. Captured during the war and later faced war crime charges.

Commanded Japanese forces in the Philippines

Involved in strategic military planning during WWII

Participated in the Battle of the Philippines

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