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A Rare Recording of General Douglas MacArthur's Farewell Speech to Congress

Year

2024

Language

ENGLISH

Duration

7m

Publication Information

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Summary

Douglas MacArthur (January 26, 1880-April 5, 1964) was an American military leader who served as General of the Army for the United States, as well as a field marshal to the Philippine Army. He had served with distinction in World War I, was Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s, and he played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II.

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