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This What Kind of Leader Was General Douglas MacArthur? interactive also includes:
- General Douglas MacArthur Search Results in the National Archives Catalog
- The MacArthur Memorial Website
- Brigadier General Douglas MacArthur cleaned up after the Germans left and restored what he could of the original splendor. He is seated in the original chair of the old lord of the chateau. St. Benoit
- General Douglas MacArthur signs as Supreme Allied Commander during formal surrender ceremonies on the USS MISSOURI in Tokyo Bay. Behind General MacArthur are Lieutenant General Jonathan Wainwright and
- General Douglas MacArthur wades ashore during initial landings at Leyte, Philippine Islands
- House of Representative remarks on President Harry S. Truman's decision to replace General Douglas MacArthur as Supreme Commander, Allied Powers; Commander in Chief, United Nations Command; Commander
- List of Decorations and Service Medals Awarded to Douglas MacArthur
- MacArthur Returns to the Philippines
- Photograph of Douglas MacArthur
- Presidential Proclamation 3579 of April 5, 1964, by President Lyndon B. Johnson announcing the death of General of the Army Douglas MacArthur
- Proposed Orders and Statement on Dismissal of General MacArthur
- Telegram from General Omar Bradley to General Douglas MacArthur
- The Douglas MacArthur Story
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For five decades, General Douglas MacArthur shaped US military involvement around the world. His career ended when he went toe to toe with President Dwight Eisenhower over the Korean War. Young historians evaluate the complicated command using documents and images from his career and an interactive scale. As a culminating activity, they weigh in on MacArthur's lasting legacy.
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Instructional Ideas
- Offer the activity to wrap up discussion of the Korean War
- Develop a debate on leadership based on the activity
Classroom Considerations
- Class members need computer and Internet access
Pros
- Interactive nature of activity is fun to use
- Resource is adaptable for use in small groups or by individuals
Cons
- None