On April 11, 1951, President Harry S. Truman relieved General Douglas MacArthur of the command of the United States forces in Korea because of his opposing views with the President over the extent of American involvement in the Korean conflict, upsetting many Americans and causing the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to investigate his firing to determine if the firing was justified. Although found to be justified, Truman’s handling of the dismissal lacked diplomacy and caused him to lose popularity with the American public. The dismissal of General MacArthur should not destroy his reputation as one of the greatest generals in American history. General MacArthur’s firing was a result of his insubordination. Many believed that he deserved …show more content…
To see that the security of our country and the free world is not needlessly jeopardized and to prevent a third world war.” (history.com) However, MacArthur believed without further aggression against the Chinese, the war was “only endless destruction and the pointless loss of American lives.” (McGovern, 164) He also believed that the press was using him as a scapegoat for the American losses during the war. Many believed this led him to become more aggressive toward the Chinese. MacArthur had asked the administration for permission to bomb communist China but was denied. He then leaked the news that he planned to use nationalist Chinese forces from Taiwan against China to a Congressman and without consulting Washington, he decided to send an ultimatum to China. Although MacArthur knew this would anger Truman, “In …show more content…
The majority of these letters expressed criticism of the President’s decision. The American people had not been prepared for MacArthur’s sudden dismissal and were quite surprised at his firing. When MacArthur arrived home immediately after his dismissal, he was greeted by half a million people in San Francisco. “MacArthur was being welcomed back to the United States as a conquering hero rather than as a discredited general, and he appeared to be the most popular man in America.” (McGovern, 193) The American people clearly showed much admiration and support for MacArthur despite the explanation given by the administration. In a public speech to Congress, MacArthur challenged and criticized the President but this only seemed to increase rather than decrease his popularity. MacArthur appeared before Congress on April 20, 1951. As the general walked down the aisle toward the podium, members of the Senate and the House, as well as those in the public galleries stood and applauded him. It is estimated that twenty million people were watching on television, which was relatively new at that time. His speech lasted thirty-seven minutes. MacArthur defended accusations against him as a warmonger by saying “I know war as few other men now living know it, and nothing to me is more revolting.” But, he continued, “Once war is
He first built up credibility to show that he was the right man for the reward, and then he went on the tell reasons of how following duty, honor, and country is logical. MacArthur then gets to the cadets emotional sides, and he makes sure the cadets remember the message of the speech. The message did get across as the motto of the United States Military Academy in West Point is still Duty, Honor, and
But he wasn?t decisive and convicted enough to go all out. Maybe it was because Truman made many decisions regarding Korea based on the assumption that he thought that the Soviets were more involved than they actually were; in retrospect, if he hadn?t had those suspicions, he may not have been so cautious about driving Asian communism into the ground was the best course of action.
The attack on Pearl Harbor, on December 7th, 1941, was and still is an event that will forever be deep-rooted in the mind of every American. After the tragic surprise attack on American soil by the Japanese, Americans throughout the country were looking for a sense of unity. The President at the time, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, recited a moving and powerful speech the day after the attack. Although the speech was specifically targeted at the Members of Congress in an effort to persuade the declaration of war with Japan, the speech was also written to be televised to the entire country. When the attack comes to mind, the powerful speech that mustered the nation together slowly follows. Every famous speech uses specific rhetorical devices in order to persuade and convince the intended audience. FDR’s use of ethos, pathos, and logos, successfully triggered the emotions of all U.S citizens and effectively provoked the idea of America declaring war on the Empire of Japan.
General Douglas Macarthur was one of the most well known military figures in the history of the United States. He gave his farewell speech to congress on 19th April 1951 and went into retirement after 52 years of service in the United States army. He was given the chance to address his final message to the US government. This analysis carefully examines his ethics, goals, strategies, strengths and weaknesses. The speech is very famous and highly popular among the American audience. Therefore, we will take into account all factors to critically evaluate the speech and find out what makes it important.
Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces during World War II, was close to not achieving commander status. If this had happened, a different person would have taken control over Operations Torch, Avalanche, and Overlord. Eisenhower, in fact, was the key component in the victory for the Allies. Had he not been assigned by George Marshall to a planning officer in Washington D.C., President Harry Truman might not have saw Eisenhower’s potential. Eisenhower’s past 30 years of military experience, his strong mental and social stature, and his ideas and tactics were all key factors for his triumphant victory in World War II.
John MacArthur is a well-known and sometimes controversial pastor that holds a strong conservative viewpoint of the Scriptures. As a graduate of Talbot Theological Seminary, MacArthur’s ministry has covered a wide spectrum of Christian fields including pastor, author and radio host. MacArthur currently serves as the Pastor of Grace Community Church in Sunny Valley, California. For over 45 years his pastoral ministry at Grace Community Church has given evidence of a deep abiding love for the exposition of the Scriptures. Beyond his role as pastor, MacArthur serves as the president of the Master’s College and Seminary, which functions to train men to work in various areas of Christian ministry. As a successful author, MacArthur continues to write many books ranging from culturally and theological relevant issues to New Testament expositional commentaries and study guides. Macarthur also serves as the lead teacher of Grace to You, an everyday radio and television ministry, which centers on verse by verse exposition of Scripture. MacArthur is not known for shying away from controversial topics that Christianity struggles with. He seeks to use scripture to help modern Christians think through these topics.
The use of the atomic bomb against Japan was completely justified in both cause and impact. An intense weapon was necessary to force a quick Japanese surrender. The bomb saved thousands upon thousands of American and Japanese lives that would have been lost if the war continued or an invasion occurred. The bomb was the only way to end the suffering of the millions who were being held captive by the Japanese oppressor. The weapon of mass destruction also sent a powerful message to the shaky Soviet allies. The choice to use the atomic bomb was justified because it compelled a Japanese surrender, saved countless lives, served as retribution for the sufferings of many people, and acted as an anti-Soviet deterrent.
He was also a Gulf War veteran who commanded an armored cavalry. His desire in writing this book was to examine, through the recently declassified documents, manuscript collections, and the Joint Chief of Staff official histories, where the responsibility for the Vietnam foreign policy disaster lay, but also examine the decisions made that involved the United States in a war they could not win. This book details the discussion of government policy in the stages of the Vietnam crisis from 1961-July 1965. It examines the main characters of President Lyndon B. Johnson, Robert McNamara, in addition to the military, which included the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It began in the Kennedy era amidst the Bay of Pigs incident and how that led to mistrust of the military planning by advisors and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
-Marshall McLuhan, 1975 Newspaper reporters and television commentators were free to question the wisdom of fighting the war When the war initially began, the US marines were backed fully buy the people of America. Hundreds of men volunteered to join the army and felt that this was their duty to protect their country. But as the war dragged on the press soon began to change its point of view and was eventually accused of being 'un patriotic' and even guilty of 'helping the enemy'. There were various reasons why public opinion changed as the war hauled through for such a long period of time, leaving lasting scars in the history of the world. Possibly one on the most significant and emotional events which occurred in Vietnam was far before US marines were actually fighting a guerilla war in Vietnam.
For a united nation to prosper, its people must overcome obstacles and take on numerous responsibilities. Throughout our lives, there are problems occurring continually in our world related to war and combat. During these times of hardship, we must remind 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, and prosper in that vast nation, otherwise remarked as three key terms: duty, honor, and country. Through the use of rhetorical devices, MacArthur expresses the theme that Americans should defend the country sturdily and carry on its numerous objectives by means of his moral code: “Duty, Honor, Country”.
On a quiet night in November of 1969, the nation tuned in to what would become one of the most anticipated speeches in presidential history. President Richard Nixon would finally be answering the calls of the anti-war movement and addressing the war in Vietnam. The speech consisted of a call for national solidarity on the Vietnam War effort, as the Nixon Administration sought to gain support from the American people. At the time, the anti-war movement was in full-swing. Although war had been waged for about a year, the United States had established military presence in Vietnam since 1955. Americans were tired of conflict, seeking desperately an end to the war. In his speech, Nixon pronounced an ultimatum that would mark the end of fighting in Vietnam. In his eyes, the communists either needed to agree to peace or the South Vietnamese needed to be postured for assuming the fight themselves.
...ople and would fight to protect every inch of their homeland until there were no Japanese left. The logic of Truman and many Americans was to swiftly end the war while the means to do it were available, and this was one of the main driving forces behind the decision to drop the bomb.
Truman had thought through the possibilities and had decided that using the bomb would be the most effective and quickest tactic. As a president Truman had a responsibility to protect his country, citizens, and foreign affairs, so deciding on the best method to establish everybody’s needs was difficult. There were many things to worry about: fighting on Iwo Jima and Okinawa, bombing Japan, and building the bomb. His decision was mainly based on how the US citizens felt and the following actions of japan. Japan refused to accept an unconditional surrender, which was demanded by the allied powers in order to stop the war against them. On August 6, 1945 Truman allowed Enola Gay to drop the atomic bomb on top of Hiroshima and later Nagasaki to end the war.
Influenced by the fear of communism by American society and containment beliefs of people like George Kennan, who advocated that the US should use diplomatic, economic, and military action to contain communism, Truman established the Truman Doctrine, which stated that the US would protect democracies throughout the world, pledging the US would fight it around the world. This doctrine was an extension to both the Monroe Doctrine and the Roosevelt Corollary. In dealing with foreign policy, Truman did everything to protect nations of being consumed by communism, such as the Berlin Airlift, in which Truman decided to avoid the Soviet blockade of West Berlin and flew supplies directly over to the people in need. In Asia, Truman decided to use limited warfare, meaning the lack of atomic weapons, and was highly criticized by Douglas MacArthur, commander of the army, who he later dismissed for not following US policy.
United States Army General Douglas MacArthur served as supreme commanding officer of Allied Forces in the Pacific Island in the year of 1939 through 1945. He accomplished an outstanding job during the Korean War in June 1950 that he repelled the North Korean Soldiers to South Korea, in which resulted them to step back toward the North Korean Border. In his earlier years from the year of 1919 to 1922, Douglas MacArthur served as a superintendent in the Academy of West Point New York. In 1930, General Douglas MacArthur became the Chief of Staff of the United States Army. He retired in 1937 and became the Military Advisor to the Commonwealth Government of the Philippines. In 1941, beginning of World War II, the U. S President called General MacArthur to re-active in duty status and to sit as a Commander in the Pacific region to defend the Philippines freedom and to liberate the Filipino people from the Japanese.