MacArthur

Douglas <strong>MacArthur</strong> might be popularly remembered for his legendary pledge of Ishall return but it was his ability to adapt and perceiver that ca... » 

Douglas MacArthur might be popularly remembered for his legendary pledge of Ishall return but it was his ability to adapt and perceiver that catalyzed hisgreatest accomplishments. Adaptability has become an indispensable trait formilitary leadership especially in an era when technological leaps guarantee thenature of war will radically change during the span of an ordinary career. NoAmerican figure better exemplifies this trait than the man who was commissionedbefore the Wright Brothers first flight but became one of the firstproponents of a new dimension in warfare the Air Force. Conversely MacArthurwas also unmatched for his management of peace during the U.S. occupation ofJapan. A veteran of three wars WWI WWII and the Korean War his aggressiveoften controversial strategies ultimately cost him his career. In April 1951he was relieved of his command by President Truman. MacArthurs legacy as abrilliant strategist and national hero will certainly endure and will continueto be an example for generations both in and out of uniform. «