Old Soldiers Never Die: The Life of Douglas MacArthurIn the first cradle-to-grave biography of MacArthur in nearly 20 years, Perret reveals new information and offers fresh insights into this landmark figure of American history. From his obsessive interest in becoming the most highly decorated soldier in American history to his disastrous flirtation with presidential politics, MacArthur is revealed, warts and all. of photos. |
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The Sound of Bugles | 3 |
The Happiest Years | 13 |
The Corps and the Corps and the Corps | 28 |
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