“Duty‚ Honor‚ Country: Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be‚ what you can be‚ what you will be.” But what about “Duty‚ Honor‚ Country” in General MacArthur’s speech that is so influential? The extraordinary speech emphasizes the motto of “Duty‚ Honor‚ Country” through the descriptions of duties‚ honor‚ sacrifice and tribute of every soldier fighting for the country they adore through the use of emotional appeals and parallelisms. General MacArthur gives tremendous respect
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General of the Army Douglas MacArthur was best known for his leadership and the impact he had on the Pacific front during World War II. He also excelled during the first Great War and the Korean War. He was a decorated veteran that was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Philippines. At home‚ the American people revered him as a hero. President Harry Truman saw a different man in MacArthur. He saw a subordinate‚ rogue leader intent on doing whatever he wanted in the Pacific. This paper
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Douglas MacArthur A great military leader… 8/30/2009 PADM 4400 Summer 2009 John Thompson The research paper enclosed is one that focuses on a great military leader‚ Douglas MacArthur. This leader was a household name in the United States during World War I‚ World War II‚ the Cold War and the Korean War. His name was synonymous with “Power” and “influence‚” during the 40’s. He became known for his great strategic battles that ultimately won World War II for the United States and its allies.
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Definition of Terms General Douglas MacArthur was the commander of the United States Armed Forces in the Far East1 and the US Army. The word “war hero” is used just as what it really means - one who shows great courage‚ especially if it could have taken his life. The war that it refers to is the World War II. “Nation” is also used just as what it really means‚ “a group of people”‚ yet we do not just end there. We see nation as a country‚ which stood up for their independence from the cruelty
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Douglas MacArthur Douglas MacArthur is a name most Americans should know. Born and raised in a military family MacArthur rose to become one of the most important Generals in U.S. history. MacArthur played important roles in World War I and II as well as in the Korean conflict. MacArthur was a very controversial figure being a great general but having a burning desire to destroy the communist governments that might have led to World War III. Born in the barracks of unnamed military base in Little
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Honor and Duty Rudyard Kipling‚ one of England’s heroic poets‚ worked as a journalist in Punjab‚ India‚ which was under British control. He wrote many poems and songs that rhymed and helped boost the morale of British soldiers on the battlefield while implementing them with values of honor and duty. In addition to the soldiers‚ the citizens of England were also inspired to support the war efforts. The poems became very effective among the British people. Three of Kipling’s poems‚ Young British
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General Douglas MacArthur‚ one of the greatest generals known to man. He fought for what was right and for the good of the people. Many people may have claimed he was somewhat unstable yet medical reports show no such thing. He was actually very helpful during the Second World War. He played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. He did many courageous acts and it is no surprise that he became one of the five-star generals. After the attack on Pearl Harbor‚ General MacArthur commanded
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The Faded Elegance of MacArthur Park MacArthur Park‚ once a gem of Los Angeles’ park system has tarnished over time yet many businesses and community groups have made attempts to restore and revitalize one of the cities most notable parks. As a blighted area‚ criminal activities blatantly occurred in the park‚ which were not hidden from police‚ businessmen‚ community groups or residents. Built in the late 19th century and first named Westlake Park‚ the open space was known “because of the beauty
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the battle of MacArthur versus Truman‚ the long-range issues tended to be overshadowed by the personalities involved. In MacArthur’s case this was not an advantage” (p. 130). MacArthur had been invaluable to Roosevelt‚ but it was a completely different story with Truman. MacArthur and Truman had turbulent relationship consisting of disregard to the proper order of command. The Reason for MacArthur’s Dismissal The reason for President Truman’s dismissal of General Douglas MacArthur from military
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and himself in fighting the dragon or to make them feel guilty for their cowardly behavior as warriors. He also exemplifies the importance of being loyal to your leader. MacArthur’s has more to do with speaking of patriotism and what the soldier’s duty is. He wants to bring to the table the history of the American soldier and explain why he or she is still important in today’s society. The tone of Wiglaf’s speech is accusatory‚ critical‚ but whimsical at times because he reminds them of times
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