Question

what was general macarthurs main motivation as he led forces in the southwest pacific between 1942 and 1944? his sworn commitment to defend australia his sworn oath to the united states army his bet with admiral nimitz about reaching japan first his desire to keep his promise to return to the philippines

Explanation:

General MacArthur was forced to leave the Philippines in 1942 but vowed to return. This was a significant driving - force in his actions in the Southwest Pacific during 1942 - 1944.

Answer:

D. his desire to keep his promise to return to the Philippines