List of books and articles about douglas macarthur. Macarthur, douglas written in his own hand and finished only weeks before his death, gen. His vantage point at center stage during major controversies of the twentieth century enabled him to present unique views of the conflicts in which he played a vital role. For more details of these cookies and how to disable them, see our cookie okie policy. As with all bob ongs published novels, it is notable for its use of contemporary street filipino words. In 1941 he became commander of united states army forces in the far east. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. From december 1941 to april 1942 the japanese army conquered the philippines.
Read colossians and philemon macarthur new testament commentary by john macarthur available from rakuten kobo. He first toured the orient as his fathers aide before serving as the aid to president theodore roosevelt. A new, definitive life of an american icon, the visionary general who led american forces through three wars and foresaw his nations. He was chief of staff of the united states army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in the pacific theater during world war ii. Reminiscences by douglas macarthur, paperback barnes. Military academy in 1903 and became an engineer officer.
This series presents operational histories of allied intelligence groups in the. Hardcover 217 pages april greenwood publishing group. Christian living, pastoral, prayer, jesus, apologetics, family. General douglas macarthur january 26, 1880 april 5, 1964 was an american general who served in world war i, world war ii, and the korean war. Pastor macarthur has also written several bestselling books, including the macarthur study bible, the. History of intelligence activities under general douglas macarthur. At west point he achieved an outstanding scholastic record, and after graduation 1903 he. Douglas macarthur, france 1918 after world war 1, macarthur would find himself as the superintendent to west point in 1919, the armys youngest major general by.
The grandiosity which has marred his public utterances is here refreshingly absent, in the main, although general macarthur certainly includes numerous testimonials to his bravery and. Douglas reeman served in the royal navy in the atlantic and mediterranean campaigns during world war two. It is also notable for its departure from the usual bob ong formula of using humor to comment on the various ironies of filipino culture. Find reminiscences bluejacket books 9781557504838 by macarthur, douglas. Twice forces under his command suffered large defeats. These study guides, part of a set from noted bible scholar john macarthur, take readers on a journey through biblical te. It is missionary ridge where 18yearold lt arthur macarthur, the father of douglas macarthur, won the medal of honour. Macarthur emerges as a prose giant in comparison with truman and eisenhower. The book relates incidents of both of those conflicts, told i just finished the book this morning, and it was an account of americas military involvement to the extent that macarthur was involved in it, and he was involved in a. Douglas macarthurs memoir spans more than half a century of modern history.
He is also the grandson of lieutenant general arthur macarthur, jr. Douglas macarthur was born on january 26, 1880 in little rock, arkansas. Reminiscences by general douglas macarthur overdrive. Macarthurs address to congress, april 19, 1951, washington d.
Rasor editor a comprehensive survey and assessment of all the writings by and about controversial general of the army douglas macarthur. He has written 37 novels under his own name as well as 28 novels featuring richard and adam bolitho under the pseudonym alexander kent. He has is also the featured teacher of the prominent radio show grace to you, which was founded in 1969. Check out ebooks by pastor and teacher john macarthur.
His early childhood was spent around the penthouse built for his father atop the. Douglas macarthur his famous autobiography reminiscences. Arthur macarthur iv born february 21, 1938 is the only child of general of the army douglas macarthur and jean macarthur. Douglas macarthur his famous autobiography reminiscences douglas macarthur on. He also was vain, supremely egotistical and, at times, petty. Reminiscences general of the army douglas macarthur. Twelve extraordinary women ebook by john macarthur. Aideznous a ameliorer nos pages auteur en mettant a jour votre bibliographie et en envoyant une photo et une biographie nouvelles ou a jour. Buy reminiscences bluejacket books by douglas macarthur isbn. Prepared by general headquarters, far east command, scap, 19481951. Macarthur, douglas aquatint copperplate process by which the plate is bitten by exposure to acid.
Books on douglas macarthur from the philippines to korea. The narrative begins on a hilltop in tennessee in 1863. Arthur, who later became a lieutenant general, was the driving spirit behind douglas throughout his career. These pages show a man whose unique vantage point at the center of the stage enabled hi. Arthur macarthur ivs early life was chronicled extensively in the press. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Reminiscences first edition signed douglas macarthur.
Written in his own hand, and finished only weeks before his death, reminiscences by general douglas macarthur spans more than half a century of modern history. Douglas macarthur was an enigma, no doubt about it. Written in his own hand, and finished only weeks before his death, reminiscences by general douglas macarthur spans more than half a century of modern histor, isbn 9781557504838 buy the reminiscences ebook. Macarthur or the red book is a 2007 novel by filipino author bob ong. The son of a union army hero during the civil war they are the only father and son to win the congressional medal of honor and a mother ambitious for his success, he graduated from west point in 1903, rose steadily in the army, and demonstrated his bravado on a secret mission to mexico in 1914. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The untold story of douglas macarthur july 1977 edition.
By changing the areas of the plate that are exposed and the length of time the plate is submerged in the acid bath, the engraver can obtain fine and varying shades of. Douglas macarthur 18801964 was a fivestar american general who commanded the southwest pacific in world war ii 19391945. Douglas mcarthur article about douglas mcarthur by the. Reminiscences leather bound january 1, 2001 by general douglas macarthur author 4. Douglas macarthurs father, arthur macarthur, was a distinguished officer in the civil war and the american west.
In my opinion, he not only was the finest general this country ever produced. He became the armys first public relations officer. Douglas macarthurs memoir spans more than half a century of modern. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Click to read more about reminiscences by douglas macarthur. By using this site, you agree we can set and use cookies. The inexplicable controversial life of general douglas. Considered merely as a writer attempting to persuade and move his readers, gen.
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