The reminiscences of Douglas W. Overton, 1960, [microform].

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The reminiscences of Douglas W. Overton, 1960, [microform].

A transcript of Douglas W. Overton's oral history interview with Beate Gordon. Overton discusses Douglas MacArthur and the allied occupation of Japan, the Japanese constitution, his work as Executive Director of the Japanese Society, Japanese relations with Germany, post-war diplomacy, and prominent military and political figures. Forms part of Columbia University Oral History Collection (Part Two).

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SNAC Resource ID: 6742694

Yale University Library

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MacArthur, Douglas, 1880-1964

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General of the Army Douglas MacArthur (26 January 1880 – 5 April 1964) was an American five-star general and Field Marshal of the Philippine Army. 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. He received the Medal of Honor for his service in the Philippines campaign, which made him and his father Arthur MacArthur Jr. the first father and son to be awarded the medal. He was one of only five to rise to the ...

Overton, Douglas W

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