Heroes of History: Douglas Macarthur, What Greater Honor

Name: Heroes of History: Douglas Macarthur, What Greater Honor
Price: 6.86 USD
Availability: InStock
ISBN: 9781932096156

By: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge

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The Heroes of History series chronicles the true stories of fascinating men and women who changed the course of history.

Whether masterminding strategy and fighting on the front lines to secure Allied victory in World War I and World War II or guiding war-torn nations to recovery in peacetime, five-star General Douglas MacArthur faced every challenge with unwavering courage and resolve.

For ages 10 and up.

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Title: Heroes of History: Douglas Macarthur, What Greater Honor
By: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 205
Vendor: Emerald Books
Publication Date: 2005
Dimensions: 8 X 5.25 (inches)

Weight: 6 ounces
ISBN: 1932096159
ISBN-13: 9781932096156
Ages: 10-14
Series: Heroes of History
Stock No: WW196159

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Everything in him wanted to stay and fight till the death if it came to that. In fact, when the order came for him to evacuate his first reaction was to resign his commission as Commander-in-Chief to the American armed forces in the Far East and volunteer to fight alongside the enlisted men. But his aides had talked him out of this. President Franklin Roosevelt and the Allies needed his military knowledge and experience to win the war. Courage and determination marked his extensive service to the United States. Readers of all ages love these fast-paced adventures that bring to life the deciding moments of history. These intriguing life stories are favorites of families and teachers. Discover what shaped the fascinating people who in turn shaped our world