In war there is no substitute for victory.

Douglas MacArthur

Military Strategists

Douglas MacArthur

The American general who commanded in the Pacific War and oversaw Japan's postwar occupation (1880-1964). MacArthur's island-hopping strategy defeated Japan's defensive perimeter, and his governance of occupied Japan demonstrated that military occupation could transform a defeated enemy into a democratic ally.

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Source: 合衆国議会演説（1951年4月19日）Verified

Douglas MacArthur's Other Quotes

I shall return.

Old soldiers never die; they just fade away.

A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others.

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