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ourselves to persevere and continue to defend the country. In addressing the Sylvanus Thayer Award on May 12, 1962, at the city of West Point, New York, General Douglas MacArthur urged Americans to remember the major responsibilities we have as Americans in his speech Duty, Honor, Country. With a position of authority, MacArthur powerfully stated that America will only survive through winning wars and fulfilling our duties. His main priority was to defend the nation, respect the nation,

In United States history, there is a long list of premiere military Generals and General Douglas MacArthur was on top. Even as professors and historians scrutinize his failures, MacArthur has not only preserved his reputation, but also maintained one. General Arthur MacArthur, Douglas’ father, famously told him, “there are times when a truly remarkable solider must resort to unorthodox behavior, disobeying his superiors to gain the greater glory” (American Caesar). Douglas took his father’s advice

Soldiers should live “Duty, Honor, Country,” but what does that entail? The speech given in 1962 to the young cadets at Westpoint was an influential piece still referred to today. In General MacArthur’s address “Duty, Honor, Country Address at West Point,” I will identify the rhetorical devices, persuasive appeals, perspective, and tone used, as well as the impact those devices have on the meaning of this speech. First, in this speech, there are no rhetorical questions given. Although, General

Douglas Macarthur was an extraordinary soldier. He was born in a military base, and throughout his teenage years he grew up and graduated at a military base. He also became a american general who commanded the SE pacific during world war 2. He also saw allied occupation of postwar Japan (from pearl harbor) which led the United nations to the korean war. Most importantly he will be remembered as one of the best American leaders. Douglas MacArthur was born on January 26, 1880 in Little Rock, Arkansas

General Douglas MacArthur Douglas MacArthur was a United States general born in 1880 in Little Rocky, Arkansas and passing away in 1964 buried in his mother’s hometown of Norfolk, Virginia. He is known most notably for his defense of the Philippines during World War II although it ended in Japanese occupation of the islands. MacArthur was raised by a military family, devoted his life to the army in both world wars as well as the Korean War, and was loved immensely by the American public throughout

The Man with a Corncob Pipe: A Leadership Analysis on General Douglas MacArthur “The best luck of all is the luck you make for yourself” Successful leaders clutched onto this idea that they personally steer the wheel of fate. For General Douglas MacArthur, he put his faith into the concept and firmly grasped the reins. So much that, General Douglas MacArthur demonstrated remarkable confidence, great communication skills, and the ability to get results throughout his life. This analysis explores

of Gen MacArthur, and his boldness in not letting Operation Chromite ail to persist in an endeavor or undertaking from his peers or even the President. Douglas MacArthur served his county for 52 years, meaning he was not raised in an Army of his generation, but of those of the past. He was trained as a Cadet at the United States Military Academy, West Point. He was first in his class to graduate in 1903. His leadership style compares to that of his father Major General Arthur MacArthur Jr. GEN

Hood started out by having Brown and Cleburne to attack Wagner’s line of 3000 men. Wagner’s men were guarded by fieldworks put up before the Confederates had arrived, but since they were made in haste, they quickly collapsed. Wagner’s line let out a single volley of rifle fire before turning around and retreating to the main line. The Confederates were on the heels of the fleeing Federals, so the defending Federals couldn’t fire in fear of hitting their own. This inability to shoot caused a weak

where the Allied forces of the U.S that were against the Empire of Japan combine forces to defeat the Japan government in the Philippines. General MacArthur was one of the Commanding Officers during the battles against the Japanese Government, he was one defeated in the Philippines and made a promise to return and defeat the Japanese. General MacArthur word were “I came

William Howard Taft once said “Action for which I become responsible, or for which my administration becomes responsible, shall be within the law” (Brainyquote.com). Taft was the first U.S President to throw a first pitch at a baseball game. President Taft was easy going even with the nickname of Big Lub (because of his weight). After his Presidency, Taft lost about 70 pounds within a few years of leaving the White House. Taft attended Yale university and came in second in his class. In college